HTC HTCONEUNLOCKEDBLACK Connecting to Wi-Fi networks, Touch Wireless & networks Wi-Fi settings

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Connecting to Wi-Fi networks

Wi-Fi is a wireless networking technology that can provide Internet access at distances of up to 100 meters, depending on the Wi-Fi router and your surroundings.

To use Wi-Fi on your phone, you access a wireless access point, or “hotspot.” Some access points are open and you can simply connect to them. Others are hidden or implement other security features, so you must configure your phone so it can connect to them.

There are numerous systems for securing Wi-Fi connections, including some that rely on secure certificates or other schemes to ensure that only authorized users can connect. For information about installing secure certificates, see “Working with secure certificates” on page 78.

Turn off Wi-Fi when you’re not using it, to extend the life of your battery.

The Status bar displays icons that indicate Wi-Fi status.

Connected to a Wi-Fi network (waves indicate connection strength)

Notification that an open Wi-Fi network is in range

When you connect to a Wi-Fi network, the phone obtains a network address and other information it needs from the network, using the DHCP protocol. To configure the

phone with a fixed IP address and other advanced settings, press Menu and touch Advanced. See “Advanced Wi-Fi settings screen” on page 310.

To turn Wi-Fi on and connect to a Wi-Fi network

If you’re adding a Wi-Fi network when first setting up your phone, Wi-Fi is turned on automatically, so you can skip to step 4.

1Press Home , press Menu , and touch Settings.

2 Touch Wireless & networks > Wi-Fi settings.

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