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Hotel Wi‑Fi often throttles when towers fill on July weekends, while independent cafés may offer a separate guest network with fewer condo neighbors streaming. Cafés trade privacy for a change of scenery—do not assume HIPAA-grade security on public networks. Pair café sessions with a VPN or phone hotspot for payroll and banking tasks.
Sources: Visit Ocean City · Town of Ocean City
Editorial visitor guidance for Ocean City, Maryland. Confirm current Town of Ocean City, Maryland DNR, NPS Assateague, and NWS rules when regulations or safety apply.
