Use without a wireless provider?

This is probably a really dumb question, but I know nothing whatsoever about PDA's, so bear with me please. :-) I have a program I want to use on a PDA, and I don't currently have one. I have looked into upgrading to one through my wireless provider, but it looks like it's going to almost double my monthly bill, and I can't really afford that. So my question is, if I purchase a reconditioned PDA, would I be able to use it for everything that doesn't require wireless service- eg, the reference program I'm talking about, the calendar/organizer features, the MS office stuff, etc.? And would I be able to sync it with my computer, or would it need a wireless connection to do that?
Also, if the device is wi-fi ready, would it pick up Internet in a hot spot, or does it require wireless service for that?
TIA for putting up with my cluelessness.
Beth
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Hello and thank you for using the Palm Help Forums!
I'll be happy to answer your questions.
PDA's do not require wireless service. They actually cannot be connected to a wireless network as a single unit. You could by using bluetooth to a wireless device but that's not what you need it for. So yes, you can use the device and not have to pay for any monthly service of any kind.
Yes you can sync Palm PDA's to a computer using the Hotsync manager program. You have the option of syncing your data to Palm Desktop or Microsoft Outlook.
If you happen to get a device with Wi-Fi you may connect to the internet at hotspots or even at home at no service costs.
If you have any further questions or concerns, let me know
-Pat
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