Consumer's Guide to Cell Phones & Wireless Service [ILLUSTRATED] (Paperback)

by GetConnected.com (Logo) (Author), Getconnected com (Author), Jeff McLaughlin - should not link to other JM - not same person (Author), Beverly LeDonne (Author), Jeff McLaughlin (Author), Beverly LeDonne (Author) "The only answer to the question ""Which wireless phone should I buy?""..." (more)
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Product Description
Consumers are paying between 50% and 500% too much every month got the services that keep them in touch, in tune, and informed. Why would anyone pay $.30 per minute for long distance when they could pay just $.05? The answer is because there has not been a good way to determine the correct services based on the way YOU use your wireless phone.

The Consumers Guide to Cell Phones & Wireless Service Plans will lead you through the maze of offerings based on how you will use your phone. You will learn how to choose:
· a wireless phone and service
· the right roaming options
· the best accessories
· between local, regional, and national plans

And you will learn what questions to ask:
· Who has the best quality of service?
· What types of special deals and promotions are available?
· What services are available to me?
· What services can I get from third parties?

About the Author
Jeff McLaughlin is the Senior Director of Wireless Partnerships for GetConnected, Inc. and is part of the senior management team. He has been in the wireless industry since 1994 working for wireless carriers, wireless vendors, and wireless agents. Jeff is responsible for securing partnerships with all the wireless service providers for GetConnected and for leading the strategic wireless initiatives with carriers, manufacturers, and other wireless industry players. Prior to GetConnected, Jeff was Director of Corporate Marketing for Boston Communications Group, Inc., a leading provider of prepaid services technology to wireless carriers and Business Products Manager for AT&T Wireless, one of the leading wireless carriers in the United States. He received his M.B.A from Seattle University and his B.S. from Northeastern University, Boston, MA.

Beverly LeDonne is the Senior Director of Content Services and Business Operations for GetConnected, Inc. and is part of the senior management team. Beverly is responsible for implementing new partnerships and leading innovative initiatives in data management and presentation. Prior to GetConnected, Beverly managed 200 employees and an over $30 million P&L as Division Manager at APCOA/Standard Parking, the largest parking management service organization in the United States. She received her M.B.A from Louisiana State University and her B.A. from Thomas More College, Merrimack, NH.

GetConnected, Inc. Founded in 1999, GetConnected, Inc. provides a suite of software tools that facilitate the sale of wireless, broadband, local phone, long distance, cable, and satellite television services. Named by Newsweek as one of the 103 Best Web Sites and by PC World as Best Cell Phone Site, GetConnected.com, is an easy-to-use Web site that empowers users with the information necessary to help them select the services that best meet their individual needs. GetConnected, Inc.Consumers will also be able to access the GetConnected telecommunication shopping services in private labeled applications at retail, where GetConnected will power the shopping experience and order processing for its retail partners.

Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Syngress; 1 edition (December 15, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1928994520
• ISBN-13: 978-1928994527
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,475,147 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Customer Reviews

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars What a Great Aid!!!, February 19, 2002

By A Customer

This book rocks:)

And boy did it help me choose the right plan. Highly recommended for anyone who needs a hand making sense out of all the millions of confusing plans.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good Introduction, August 13, 2005

By	Andrew Mennen (Australia) - See all my reviews

A well written book on cell phones. Cell phone plans and services are changing as we speak now, but kudos to the authors for taking the difficult task of describing the services. If you find the cell phone plans and services confusing, this book is a good start. Without getting too much technical, the book describes the technical aspects of wireless technology in a easy-to-understand language. The FAQ was particularly useful.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars know their stuff!, December 2, 2003

By A Customer

Common-sensical, well-written, insightful.