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Free Laptop Packages

What are free laptop packages?

Over the past few years the broadband market has seen a proliferation of packages that come bundled with a free laptop. These bundles, often referred to as free laptop packages, are a great way for people to get computing and get online in one fell swoop.

The quality of the free laptops has improved in recent years, with broadband providers now offering sleek, compact models for extra convenience.

How do free laptop packages work?

As we all know, nothing in life is truly free. Broadband providers are able to offer these free laptop packages on the condition that users sign up to a broadband contract at the same time. In effect, free laptop packages constitute a sort of rental or hire-purchase agreement between the customer and their broadband provider. The cost of the laptop is covered by monthly payments made during the term of the contract.

Who are free laptop packages suitable for?

Free laptop packages are available to everybody but they are particularly suitable for people who do not have a computer and cannot afford to buy one outright. The fact that the packages include a connection to the internet is another valuable bonus.

Free laptop packages, particularly those that come with mobile broadband, are also popular among students as they offer a valuable way of avoiding the set-up costs and hassle involved in setting up a wired connection. In addition to this, students using mobile broadband can access the web anywhere they like, whether it is the library, on the bus or even in bed.

Who offers free laptop packages?

There are a number of broadband providers that offer free laptop packages, including 3, AOL, Orange and T-Mobile. By using CompareBroadbandUK, you can find the one that is right for you.

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