Outbound Internet Cafe

Internet cafes, also called cyber cafes or net cafes, are places that offer computers with some form of online access for public use, usually for a fee.

Cyber cafes can vary in appearance, ranging from plain spaces with an array of computer workstations to small hole-in-the-wall locations with a simple computer and dial-up modem, to actual cafe establishments that also offer food and drinks for purchase. You can find computers with internet access for public use at copy centers, in hotels, on cruise ships, in airports, or just about any place that can get access to the internet. These may also provide hardware allowing you to print and scan documents.

Internet cafes are particularly useful for travelers who do not carry computers with them. They are common in many countries, and using their services is often inexpensive if you're only checking email, sharing digital photos, or using VoIP for short periods of time.

In many countries where computers and internet access are not widely available or affordable, cyber cafes also provide an important service to the local population. Be aware that these may be very busy locations and they may also have strict usage limits.