The UK mobile broadband operator 3 has announced details of its latest free netbook offer. 3 Provide a good range of packages and laptop offers, but the latest is actually the cheapest available from any UK operator. The offer comes hot off the back of a recent offer with a HP laptop. They are offering the Compaq 700 Mini netbook on a number of different tariffs with the cheapest coming in for £20.00 a month with 1GB data download per month.

These types of packages are a very effective method of the networks for winning new customers and there is a great reason why, they are very good for the consumer! With the worsening global economy, an option for purchasing the best mobile broadband with a laptop for no upfront costs is a great one. It is a great option for students or people with low incomes who are looking for a new netbook and portable Internet access.

3 is offering three different deals with the Compaq machine; a 1GB ‘Lite’ package for £20 a month, a 5GB ‘Plus’ package for £25 a month or a 15GB ‘Max’ package for £40 a month. Not only is the 1GB package the cheapest option for a free laptop or netbook on the market, the 5GB package is at the same price most competitors are offering a 3GB package, so these really are some very competitive offers.

But what about the Compaq 700 Mini? Is it any good? It is a great machine. Containing many great features such as an ultra portable design that competes well with other netbooks such as the Asus Eee PC. It contains an in built webcam, wireless and microphone which is perfect for Skype or other portable communications. It has a good size screen as well, measuring 10.1″. Its very light weighing just over 1KG and has a good spec featuring 1GB of Ram.

Click below to access the offers from 3

1GB ‘Lite’ package £20 a month

5GB ‘Plus’ package £25 a month

15GB ‘Max’ package £40 a month