I have some special goodies on the line that add up. I’m looking into a product like this one:

http://www.golinuxshop.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=37466

It feeds the house phone line, but uses the cell phone for the connection. I suspect I won’t like the quality or delay, but worth a try.

I agree – mobile internet access is not a direct sub for cable modem, but in crunch times, people may choose to dump landline ISPs instead of the mobile access just cuz its cheaper.

Thanks to the OP for raising a great question.

Thanks to you for bringing data.