Qtel puts broadband into users’ laps

Qatar Telecom (Qtel) has launched a mobile broadband internet access service for laptop/PC users in Doha, Wakrah, Rayyan, Mesaieed, Al Khor and Ras Laffan. The new service provides users with high speed access over Qtel’s recently launched 3.5G HSDPA network, and complements its existing Wi-Fi and ADSL broadband services. Connection is possible through a USB modem or a wireless data card, and subscriptions range from QAR100 (USD27.5) per month for a 1GB data allowance to QAR300 for a 5GB volume limit.