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Getting connected to the Internet in Poland using 3G cellular mobile internet is relatively easy compared with other countries in Euro zone. Biggest hurdle by far is breaking the language barrier, buying a prepaid PAYG 3G internet simcard. Here’s how.
 

Germany has cheap mobile cellular internet with dense network coverage allover the country. With 4 big cellular networks, competition is fierce. But as a foreigner it’s not always so easy to gain access to the German cellular network. Here’s an example of buying prepaid prepay PAYG internet access in Germany – from the O2 network. Bottom line? One needs a bit of luck.
 

There are several possibilities to share a 3G internet connection with others. Here's an overview of solutions to share your internet connection from a Smart phone or a simple 3G USB stick / pen drive.
 

Germany has 4 large cellphone networks offering prepaid SIM cards for calling and internet access. Here’s an impression of T-mobile 3G prepaid prepay PAYG internet with unlimited access for a daily flat fee - good news for heavy internet users. Though it’s not always what it seems, have a look.
 

Slow laptop with fast hardware? How Windows XP Pro can grind a fast 2.1 Ghz - 2Gb laptop down to an annoyingly slow computer. Find out how to get it's original speed back.
 

A hands-on impression of a 3G internet router, the GlobeSurfer III produced by Option. Find out about installing and using the 3G router including details about GSM  / UMTS antenna configurations. 
 

Making backups isn't a particularly favorite task for many - especially not while traveling around with a laptop. Unfortunately a complete loss of data has never been closer. Nonetheless the internet can reduce some of these data-loss risks. Connecting a laptop to the Internet is a good opportunity to backup a few things to an online archive - not only when traveling. An impression of Mozy Pro, an online backup service - while trucking The Machine around in Europe.
 

The story of troubleshooting a NP-55G Generac 4.3 Kw generator with multiple issue’s installed in a large 1719 Mercedes Benz 4x4 motorhome with office. How one failure leads to a another caused by a backlog of maintenance and design issue’s.
 

While hunting for solar panels in Europe, here’s an impression of a cheap solar power panel made in China. Produced by Raggie Power Co LTD or Kai electronics 180 Watt solar panels are on auction on German E-bay for an average of US$ 2.22 per Watt (€ 1.61) in October 2010. Have a look.