If you go to Google and search on the phrase "free isp" you will find
some options, including a site that lists the free or low-cost isp's in
your area.  Realize though that many free services, including free e-mail
accounts may delete accounts or e-mail messages if there has been no
access in 60 to 90 days.

Another suggestion might apply if you have a highly trusting relationship
with a friend or family member.  If they have an unlimited dial-up
account and an extra e-mail address.  Full service Internet providers
such as Earthlink or MSN offer unlimited dial-up and multiple e-mail
addresses.  (Earthlink offers seven).  When the person is away from home
such as at work or school, just log in and check your e-mail.

Few people use the Internet as infrequently as you do, which is why such
a service isn't offered.  It's like wanting to use a telephone only five
times a year.  There is no business model for it.

Kelly






----- Original Message -----
From: "Diana Dawne" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Monday, September 29, 2003 1:00 PM
Subject: internet access


> Other than buying an additional isp, is there a service that will allow
> you to just get on the net and check your email?  It seems foolish to
pay
> for service if you would only use it five or six times a year or even
less
> and be on that service just as long as it took to download the mail.
>
> love,
>
> Diana
>
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