GPRS ON THE ISLAND

M Maclean · Post by **M Maclean** » Tue Aug 23, 2005 9:26 am

I can see from other posts that there is GSM service on the island but can anyone tell me if there is GPRS coverage through the supplier as well as we go this saturday and would prefer to use our wireless data card to keep up with our business rather than have to pay for an internet cafe.

If not, can anyone confirm if there are internet facilities at Rex Turtle or nearest one if not.

Thanks

Malc

Chris Cross · Post by **Chris Cross** » Tue Aug 23, 2005 10:27 am

Hi...

There is a Computer at the Rex Turtle beside the Reception for Guests to use the Internet (incl. Printer) 1/2 Hour - Card costs about 7 US...

We chose the night or early morning to go into the www, cause the connection is faster!

M Maclean · Post by **M Maclean** » Tue Aug 23, 2005 7:53 pm

Thanks for that.

Anyone know the answer on the GPRS question?

Chris Cross · Post by **Chris Cross** » Wed Aug 24, 2005 7:02 am

check out http://www.ttcsweb.org/articles/isptnt/

GPRS access via a GPRS enabled cell phone or PDA

TSTT (currently the sole cellular phone provider in Trinidad and Tobago) in 2004 launched "Mzone" which allows Internet access via GPRS (general packet radio service). Users will have an always-on connection and will be able to use their GPRS-enabled GSM cell phone or GPRS-enabled device (e.g. a PDA) to:

* access their email
* browse the World Wide Web
* transfer files.
* use instant messaging.

Typical access speeds are between 30kbps and 40kbps although many factors can reduce the data access rate (such as signal strength). Many GSM handsets capable of GPRS have USB connectivity, allowing for the capability of allowing a PC to use such a GSM phone to access the internet. For more details about Mzone service, see :