... How does a wireless internet connection work? ...

Firstly, to be able to connect to the internet via the iBurst network, you will need one of our specially manufactured modems. That unfortunately means your existing modem will not be compatible with iBurst Internet. This is however a good thing as the iBurst network is a secure network, meaning that if your neighbour has an antennae or a another type of wireless connection, he will not be able to latch onto your connection as each of our modems have special serial numbers and I.D.'s which are remotely verified each time you logon making each session you spend on the internet a secure session. Consider the security and privacy implications had it been possible to use the iBurst product with any regular modem!
The iburst connection can also be bridged to more than one PC via a server or router.
These are what the modems look like:

*The USB modem can be used on both desktop and laptops.
However, the USB and the desktop modem differ in signal strength.

Secondly, you will need to an iBurst internet subscription which is linked to the modem assigned to your account and your account only. So even someone acquired your username and/or password it would do them no good as they would also need your specific modem to connect to the internet. So, does one need a Helkom line to use this product? Definitely NOT!Think of wireless internet as your favourite radio station, you turn on your radio which is tuned to a certain frequency and voila you're tuned in 24/7. The wireless modem works in exactly the same way, you turn it on, the modem automatically catches the secure frequency and you're connected! iBurst is a fully licensed service and communications provider making the iBurst network one that is completely independant of any other connection. This means you can use your internet connection anywhere, at your home, your office, your car, the beach, anywhere within our vast coverage areas! The potential of this type of connectivity is staggering! You can literally take your office with you where ever you go. You no longer have to be confined to the location of your phone line or the high cost of a Helkom dialup connection. Experience the ease and freedom of high speed, always on, mobile, wireless internet today! Call now!