Yes, that is very similar.

So you're saying that this is essentially the same as a USB "stick"? I didn't think the sticks were very strong, maybe only pulled in service from a tower within a 3 mile (plus or minus) radius.

I haven't seen anyone here in my area (Florida) using these USB cable modems, maybe because we have so many dang towers around us. But when I travel to remote regions it would sure come in handy. Does anyone know where you would buy one? [I have NO mobile data plan now so I'm open to suggestions]....