[jyl]

Have used VZ EVDO data card for years, it works pretty well depending on signal where you are. Download speed if strong signal and not overloaded w/ users in the vicinity has been from 500-800 kbps, which should be DSL equivalent, sometimes cracks 1Mbps. Latency is high, not issue for normal websurfing. Can get a wireless access point that uses the EVDO card. Have read can also get better antennas, e.g. directional antenna that you aim at the nearest cell tower, but I am a little skeptical. Have heard that Sprint data service also good, where there is coverage. Have not heard anything about ATT or T-mobile's cellular data service. Try each and pick whichever one has better signal/download speed in your location. Cost $50-60/month. Make sure to stay under the 5GB/month limit, probably means need to control son's usage. For ordinary home use, a regular DSL or cable broadband will be better, if you can get service.