The great attraction of a laptop computer is its portability, but it won't matter that you've toted your machine up the Amazon if you can't plug it in, never mind get a stable network or Internet connection. Check out options for staying plugged in, worldwide.

Computing & Connectivity
CNET Mobile Internet Access A useful primer on mobile computing, from ISP options to getting online in-flight. (It is from 1996, though, so take the technical specifics with a grain of salt.)

Road Warrior Library A collection of portable-computing FAQ, plus back issues of Road Warrior News, a monthly newsletter.

Internet Cafés
Want to check your e-mail while you're traveling, but you don't have a laptop? Stop by an Internet café for a muffin and some online access.

Internet Café Indices
Cybercafé Search Engine Search over hundreds of cafés by city, state, or country.