I use webtv for my internet access. It uses your tv screen for the monitor. The receiver costs only $99 and it includes a remote and a wireless keyboard. It uses MSN for the e-mail and internet access. It only cost's $9.95 a month. Phone line is not long distance in most places. It never discounnects you, however it is not super fast, but acceptable for me. I put fixed call forwarding on our house phone to my cell phone so we can always be reached even if I'm in Colo. I have nation wide free long distance so the cost is minimal. I bought these webtv's for my sisters in Mich. and Ohio, and even a custom harvesting contact.Sure saves on phone bills.