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Chapter 3. Connecting to the Internet
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Wireless connection----------------------------------------------------------------------------
Wireless connections provide mobile access to the Internet, allowing you to stay online anywhere the wireless signal covers.
Divided by the signal scales, wireless connection to the Internet can be built based on the following standards.
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| office, or small group of buildings. An access point is |
| necessary for the connection. |
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WiMAX | WiMAX networks connect several Wireless LAN |
| systems to cover a metropolitan area, providing high- |
| speed broadband access without the need for cables. |
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Mobile Broadband | The Mobile Broadband network provides Internet access |
| to computers, cell phones and other devices over a large |
| geographic area. Mobile networks are used for data |
| transmission, and access is usually provided by a mobile |
| network operator. A Mobile Broadband SIM card is |
| necessary for the connection. |
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Note: Your computer may not support all wireless connection methods.
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