The most economical choice is use the local public library, community college, or university. The advantage to using these institutions is that they generally provide free access. However, the main drawback is you may have to physically go to these institutions to access the Internet. These institutions may not allow you the convenience of accessing the Internet in your home.

Employer Access

If your employer has access to the Internet, you might be able to access the Internet at work. Most employers pay a flat monthly fee, and usually do not mind if you use their Internet connection in off hours.