Live without it? I did for four years. In fact, after the rash of hurricanes I went through in 2005, the ONE major convenience I missed during the recovery was a hot shower! However, considering I do all my bills and banking online, it would hinder me not to have internet, but I wouldn't act like it's the end of the world. Besides, push comes to shove, I got a laptop and there is a Starbucks nearby. Thirty minutes a week of free wi-fi, and all my bills are done.