HP 912c Messenger Wi-Fi terms, Open Wi-Fi settings, Automatically connect to a Wi-Fi network

With Wi-Fi, you can:

●Access the Internet.

●Send and receive e-mail.

●Access corporate network information.

●Use VPNs for secure remote access.

●Use hotspots for wireless connectivity. Tap Start > Settings > Connections > Wi-Fi.

NOTE: Using dial-up or wireless networks to access a corporate network, e-mail, or other wireless communications, such as Bluetooth devices might require separate hardware along with a Wi-Fi infrastructure and a service contract.

Check with your service provider for availability of network coverage in your area. Not all Web content might be available. Some Web content might require installation of additional software.

Wi-Fi terms

It is recommended that you become familiar with the following terms as you begin to use Wi-Fi.

Term	Definition
802.11 standard	An approved standard specification of radio technology from the Institute of Electrical and
	Electronics Engineers (IEEE) used for wireless local area networks (Wi-Fi).
Device-to-computer or ad-hoc	A mode that does not use access points. It provides independent peer-to-peer connectivity
	in a wireless LAN.
Domain Name System (DNS)	The way that Internet domain names are located and translated into IP addresses. It is an
	easy name to remember for an Internet address. Every Web site has its own specific IP
	address on the Internet.
Encryption	An alphanumeric (letters and/or numbers) conversion process of data primarily used for
	protection against any unauthorized access.
Hotspots	Public or private areas where you can access Wi-Fi service. These wireless connections
	can be located, for example, at a library, cyber cafe, hotel, airport lounge, or convention
	center. This service can be free or sometimes requires a fee.
Infrastructure	This connection mode uses wireless access points to connect to networks.

Open Wi-Fi settings

To open Wi-Fi settings:

1.Tap Start > Settings > Connections > Wireless Manager.

2.Tap Menu > Wi-Fi Settings.

Automatically connect to a Wi-Fi network

When you try to connect to a Wi-Fi network, the HP iPAQ automatically detects Wi-Fi networks that are broadcasting their signal. If your Wi-Fi network is not set to broadcast, then you have to connect to it manually. While trying to connect to a Wi-Fi network if authentication is required, contact your network administrator for the details and enter the authentication information appropriately.

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