Internet access is the method of how your computer gets attached to internet.  There 2 major category of internet access.

• Dial-Up Access - If you connect to the Internet over a modem and telephone line, this is what is called Dial-Up Access.
• Broadband Access - If you connect to the Internet over a cable modem, DSL line, T1, or satellite connection this is what is called Broadband Access. This is usually an "always on" connection, which means that you are always connected to the Internet without having to connect and log in each time. Wi-Fi wireless connections are usually a front-end to one of these forms of Broadband connection, that require users to log in each time through HotSpots, which are public, wireless Access Points, or through private wireless Access Points.