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Section 10: Connections
In addition to its network connections, your phone includes
features to connect to the internet and to other devices, via
Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, VPN, and Dial Up Networking.
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi is a wireless networking technology that provides
access to local area networks. Use your phone’s Wi-Fi
feature to:
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Access the internet for browsing, or to send or receive email.
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Access your corporate network.
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Use hotspots provided by hotels or airports while traveling.
Wi-Fi communication requires access to an existing Wireless
Access Point (WAP). WAPs can be Open (unsecured, as with
most hotspots), or Secured (requiring you to provide login
credentials). Your phone supports the 802.11 b/g Wi-Fi
protocol.
Configuring Wi-Fi Settings
Configure your phone’s Wi-Fi settings. (For more information,
refer to “Wi-Fi settings” on page 120.)
Turning Wi-Fi On or Off
Turn your phone’s Wi-Fi service on or off. When you turn
Wi-Fi service on, your phone automatically searches for
available, in-range WAPs (Wireless Access Points).
Turning Wi-Fi On
1. From the Notifications bar, sweep your finger
downward to display the Notification Panel.
2. Touch
Wi-Fi
to turn Wi-Fi On.
Turning Wi-Fi Off
1. From the Notifications bar, sweep your finger
downward to display the Notification Panel.
2. Touch
Wi-Fi
to turn Wi-Fi Off.
