Using the Wireless LAN

WLAN Terms (Continued)

Term

Definition

 

 

Hot spots

Public or private areas where there is a wireless

 

access point available.

 

 

SSID

The acronym for the service set identifier. This

 

identification number uses a maximum number

 

of 32 characters and is case sensitive.

 

 

Encryption (WEP)

A set of security services used to protect 802.11

 

networks from unauthorized access.

 

 

Get Acquainted

With WLAN, you can:

■Access the Internet

■Send and receive e-mail

■Access corporate network information

■Use virtual private networks (VPN) for secure remote access

■Use hot spots for wireless connectivity

✎Use of dial-up and wireless Internet, e-mail, corporate networks, and other wireless communications, such as Bluetooth-enabled devices, may require separately purchased additional hardware and other compatible equipment, in addition to a standard Wireless LAN (WLAN) infrastructure and a separately purchased service contract. Check with your service provider for availability and coverage in your area. Not all web content may be available. Some web content may require installation of additional software.

To use WLAN on your iPAQ Pocket PC, you need to turn ON the WLAN and set up your device.

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