The Switch

As I examine my media habits I realize, like many people, that what and how I consume my information has drastically shifted.

In my previous post, Where do we find the time?, I mentioned the role of the Internet and how it can alter how we utilize our time.  After I wrote that post I started to think.

If I have shifted my media consumption habits from passively watching television to actively managing, digesting, and learning from media online shouldn't I think reconsider what media I pay for?

The reason I mention this is because I have been traveling a great deal lately and unfortunately it has been hard to find access to the Internet when and where I want it.  I spend more time trying to find a coffee shop with wireless than I do actually on the Internet.

So, if the media I consume is primarily online and I am not at home as much, why should I pay for a traditional TV and Internet plan?

Since I carry my laptop with me virtually everywhere, wouldn't it make sense to simply purchase a top of the line wireless Internet card as my means of connection? Everything I watch or read is online, from TV shows on Hulu.com to my favorite contributors on my Google Reader and Twitter.

I spend my time watching, reading and contributing to the web.  In this economy, it only makes sense to purchase a plan that fits my needs more appropriately.

By getting rid of my cable and home Internet I can access and contribute to my media anywhere and I will no longer have to search for a coffee shop with wireless.  Although a good chai latte will go a long way.

I'll let you know how it goes. Good-bye Charter Communications.

If you have suggestions on a good wireless card and carrier please lend me your expertise via the comments.


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