I am considering a mobile broadband device & service. I live in a far northern suburb of chicago...I've heard some not so great stuff about virgin mobile but also heard the service is good but slow in my area..verizon i believe would be more reputable & they have a good deal on the 5 spot; free device w/$35 per month 3Gb max on data but there is the 2 year contract...I would need a wireless adapter for my pc. I was just wondering if anyone has experience with either service & device especially in my area...I had avirgin mobile pay as you go phone 7 years ago and had no problems & I really enjoyed it...do you think that is any evidence of potential good luck with its broadband? my neighbor has the sprint mobile broadband with no issues..I've heard virgin's is only 1/2 the speed tho..please help!