In my tests of a preproduction unit, I found it an easy and inexpensive but rather bulky path to the Web. The need for a monitor makes this Companion bodyguard-size. But whereas other Companions include integrated LCD displays, this one doesn't. It was definitely easy to use. To get started, I first plugged in local access numbers.
Navigation is easy with the mouse or via plainly labeled icons at the bottom of the screen.
Bulkier than competing units, monitor costs extra. Good for Web newbies with spare room but not spare bucks.