Verizon Broadband

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I know jackshit about computers so Id appreciate any help I can get
I want to get wireless internet on my computer and have heard about Verizons Wireless Broadband Plan
It is 60 dollars a month if you have a cell phone with them which I dont
Has anybody this price without having their cell phone service?
I live in NYC- how fast will it be relative to a cable modem?
When Im not in the broadband area how slow is it?
Do other companies have similar servies ( I switched to sprint for my cell phone service)
Thanks