My netbook fits in the side pocket of my carry-on bag. I love my little Acer much more than my previous laptop. Its main drawback is a shiny black surface which acts as a fingerprint magnet. I had no idea I have such sweaty finger tips but the cursor pad is always quite yucky. Regardless, the tiny computer will be along on the month in Sri Lanka where, undoubtedly, my fingers will be sweatier. I had always continued to blog during my trips but just uploaded upon return. The seemingly interrupted entries came in a batch after getting home. It worked and making daily entries has proven to be an excellent way of checking particulars about the 2004 and 2006 trips. This time, however, it might be time to try something different.
Sri Lanka has a number of competing mobile phone companies. Two of the major players have retail stores right at the arrival and departure sections of the International Airport. I got back very quick emails from both Mobitel and Dialog. I am most pleased with Dialog as they will rent a 3G USB key modem for the four weeks we're there. The pricing for service is fairly reasonable.
Imagine having true 3G broadband service from competing companies! That's something that can't even be said for the Metro-Vancouver area at the present moment. I do think GSM networks are soon coming online here to meet the demand for the 2010 Winter Olympics games which take place in five short months. The advanced technologies already in Sri Lanka may mean that I can update my Facebook status from most all of the locations where we'll be spending time.