I have good news then. What you will need is 3 things: Upgrade your cell phone service adding T-Mobile Internet which is $20/mo for unlimited use.You need a cell phone which offers EDGE, if you do not know if yours does call T-Mobile.You will need an adapter to connect o your laptop, they cost $35 - $50 and can be found on eBay.Most importantly you need to have a cell phone which has EDGE capabilities. Please call T-Mobile and ask them if you have this?