HP iPAQ, User Manual

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Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi
With wireless access, you do not need to use cables to connect your HP iPAQ to the Internet. Instead,
access points transmit data to and from your wireless device. Your HP iPAQ can connect to an 802.11b
WLAN or connect directly to other WLAN-enabled devices. With Wi-Fi, you can:
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Access the Internet
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Send and receive e-mail
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Access corporate network information
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Use Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) for secure remote access
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Use hotspots for wireless connectivity
On the Today screen, tap the iPAQ Wireless icon to access the Wi-Fi features.
NOTE Use of dial-up and wireless Internet, e-mail, corporate networks, and other wireless
communications, such as Bluetooth devices, may require separately purchased additional
hardware and other compatible equipment, in addition to a standard Wi-Fi 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.
Wi-Fi Terms
It is recommended that you become familiar with the following terms as you begin to use Wi-Fi
technology.
Term Definition
802.11 standard An approved standard specification of radio technology from
the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) used
for wireless local area networks (WLANs).
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 to remember name
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
people.
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.
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