HTC BB99100, User Manual

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AUG-2.0.0-100 Android User’s Guide
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 to a wireless access point or “hotspot.”
Some access points are open and you can simply connect to them. Others are
hidden or implement any of a number of other security features, so you must
configure your phone so it can connect to them.
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.
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. You can
configure the phone with a fixed IP address and make other advanced settings by
pressing Menu and touching Advanced (see “Advanced Wi-Fi settings screen” on
page 258).
Connected to a Wi-Fi network (waves indicate connection strength)
Notification that an open Wi-Fi network is in range