Many times when speaking of broadband without phone line we’re referencing connecting to the net by means of a cable TV provider such as Virgin Media. Technically speaking the line charge one pays to Virgin Media is not for phone line. However, your fibre cable connection based pricing from Virgin Media is still set at about the same rate as that of BT’s copper connection. True broadband without phone line connection needed is accomplished by use of dongles for laptops and desktop computers that use a completely wireless connection to the Internet. Until recently this mobile broadband connection was a bit too slow and far too pricey. The ease of operation and convenience of mobile broadband created a greater demand which in turn created a greater volume which led to competitive pricing. Not only has the price of mobile broadband reached a level where it is comparable to home broadband, for those using an Internet connection sparingly, options such as pay as you go dongles give wireless mobile broadband the truly competitive edge. As always the degree to which one uses a telecommunication service determines how large and long a contractual commitment one should make. Pay as you go dongles offer a safe minimum risk.