Pre-paid wireless broadband is in vogue right now, and offers an attractive way to get a good deal without a 24-month contract. But how much are you really saving?

No contracts, no strings attached - what can go wrong? We looked at prepaid 3G broadband deals avaliable from the likes of Telstra, Optus, Dodo and Virgin, and found some interesting deals.

3 offering competitive deal; Virgin shrinking back to its own stores.

While pre-paid gets you out of a 24-month contract, it doesn’t always provide as much bang for buck when it comes to your monthly data allowance.

Pre-paid wireless is finally clearing the way for those wanting wireless without the 24-month contract. We look at how Telstra's new plans stack up against the competition, including Optus and Virgin re-paid wireless.

Pre-paid wireless will save you from 24 month wireless contracts, but be sure to read the fine print.

Can naked, bundled and pre-paid plans save you money? The short answer is yes, but how much can they save you?

What will $50 a month (and under) get you on pre-paid mobile these days? We compare the best prices and deals for pre-paid mobile plans from the big telcos and one little guy.

New slim USB modem offers 7.2Mbps data, onboard storage and, of course, Telstra's interesting take on wireless data pricing.

Read details on affordable access to wireless broadband, and Australia's future high-speed WiMAX network.

One of the most confusing aspects of pre-paid wireless broadband plans are the way different providers calculate your credit, and how much value you get when you recharge your credit. Here's how to avoid getting ripped off

As Optus halves allowances, Vodafone cuts prices. Wireless broadband is getting really interesting.

It's not for meetings, it's for meeting up. If you don't like the bulk of a Treo, here's your smartphone.

A "bonus" 1GB of data and a chance to double your download limit are two ways Telstra is hoping to attract more of the prepaid wireless crowd

Essentially, Optus hasn’t changed its data prices to accommodate the iPhone, but bolted on the existing plan structure around it.

Bundled deals that include your phone and broadband certainly look like great value on paper, but it pays to do your sums. Here's what you need to know

Excess usage fees are one of the worst potential ways broadband deals can hit your hit pocket. If you're signing up for broadband and you haven't looked into the excess fees, read this.

If you're on a plan that has excess charges for usage over the quota it's a good idea to switch. Here's what you need to know about shaping options and reserve tanks