“I got the 2009 USB version.”
You got the older model that plugs into the computer. The newer ones (magicjack plus) plug into a router so it works even if computer is turned off. The newer one has reviews all over the place at Amazon
I have LINE-OF-SITE with a cell tower for 4G Internet Connection on this USB Internet stick.
The USB stick will work on my desktop or either of my laptops.