A mobile broadband USB modem offers the similar functionality as the mobile USB stick, but in a larger form that connects to the computer via a USB cable. Just like the USB sticks, the USB modems also support plug and play functionality for Windows computers.

But being cheaper to manufacture and produce than the USB stick they tend to be used mainly on PAYG offers and the cheaper mobile broadband contracts.

Mobile broadband USB modem sticks are mobile modems that are connected to laptops and desktop PC’s in order to access 3G mobile internet services. Whilst mobile phones can use 3G technologies while on the move, laptops and PC’s require the use of mobile modem such as a USB modem stick in order to gain access to the service.

Mobile broadband sticks, or USB sticks as they are commonly known, are roughly the same size as a flash drive or USB storage key that you’ve probably seen before. They connect to a USB port on a laptop or PC which then enables the device to receive access to broadband speed internet wherever the laptop or PC is – great for internet on the go!

Mobile USB modems are available from some of the leading suppliers of mobile broadband in the UK, and are available as part of Pay As You Go mobile broadband packages from 3 Mobile, T-Mobile, and Vodafone.