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Internet access in Orkney
06-08-2007 9:34 AM
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1) Mobile phone (GPRS) coverage, both in Stromness, and offshore.
2) Wi-Fi hotspots.
3) Internet cafes.
I already have an Orange phone, but I will also be getting a new phone, so will be able to choose the second network based on what has the best coverage.
I have tried looking on the 'net, but haven't had much luck yet.
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06-08-2007 9:35 AM
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06-08-2007 9:37 AM
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06-08-2007 9:39 AM
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I doubt the skipper will take us to Shetland just for me to access my e-mail, but you never know...
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06-08-2007 11:08 AM
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You should be able to get a mobile phone signal, though I'd get a bundle deal with your mobile operator first if you're planning on using GPRS a fair bit, as the charges can soon stack up.
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06-08-2007 7:01 PM
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Quote The best network coverage in Stromness and overall in Orkney is either Vodafone or O2. T-mobile has a slight coverage in Kirkwall and Finstown however, Orange has very little coverage at all and often does not work entirely. Vodafone and O2 would also have the best coverage whilst out at sea but this may only be a slight signal.
There are no WiFi points in Stromness and the only internet access is provided free at the library. The opening times are listed below.
Monday - Thursday: 2 - 7pm
Friday: 2 - 5pm
Saturday: 10am - 5pm
Sunday: Closed
Internet is also provided free at the Kirkwall library and there is WiFi at an internet café on Junction Road in Kirkwall.
Thanks for your help.
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23-08-2007 2:22 PM
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I know a couple of the dive boat skippers here use GPRS out in the flow to get email and weather, one of them using t-mobile and the other using vodafone.
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23-08-2007 2:38 PM
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23-08-2007 5:33 PM
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02-09-2007 10:31 AM
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