With wireless Internet, Alaska business owners can stay connected to their business wherever they travel. Frequent travelers simply need the right accessories to be able to connect to the Internet through an Alaska wireless Internet provider.

Most people choose to use wireless Internet in Alaska with their laptop computers, but you can also connect with a desktop computer. This can help to clear the often overwhelming mess of cables under your desk.

Some of the benefits of using wireless Internet providers in Alaska are:

1. You can attract more customers to your business if you offer Alaska wireless Internet from your business. This works especially well for those who run small coffee shops.

2. Visitors to your office will be able to use their own equipment to access the Internet.

3. You can easily retrieve valuable business information over the Internet from any location if you use WISPs in Alaska.

Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Ask your cell phone provider if they offer wireless Internet access in Alaska

Most of the popular cell phone companies also offer wireless Internet plans to their customers. This is a convenient way to be able to connect to the Internet from any location.

I recommend: Check out T-Mobile, which has several hot spot locations all over the country. AT&T (formerly Cingular) is another good option.

Select a hotel that offers Alaska wireless Internet service

You won't be out in the cold if you have Internet access from your hotel. This is a great convenience whether you are traveling for business or pleasure.

I recommend: Howard Johnson in Anchorage offers free wireless Internet access as well as a shuttle to the airport. The beautiful Hotel Edgewater offers wireless Internet access and in-room data ports as well as breathtaking views.

Use the free wireless Internet service in Alaska provided by local businesses

While Alaska may not be as fast-paced as New York City, you can still find small local businesses that offer free wireless Internet service to their customers.

I recommend: In Anchorage, hop on by the Snow City Café or the Organic Oasis. You can also find several other places that offer free Internet by checking out the Wi-Fi FreeSpot Directory.

Find a wireless ISP in Alaska to boost your business

Many businesses want to provide wireless Internet services to their customers or employees. Alaska Internet providers help make this a reality.

I recommend: ACS (Alaska Communications Systems) offers wireless Internet access to business owners at a reasonable price. TelAlaska wants to help you turn your business into a Wi-Fi hot spot and attract more customers.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  When you use wireless Internet providers in Alaska, you should make sure that your connection is secure. This ensures that your connection is only used by the people you want using it and no one is able to steal your bandwidth.