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Virtual Private Network (VPN)
A VPN lets you access files on a secured network (like an office network
with a firewall). Contact the network administrator for VPN settings, and
any additional apps or requirements.
To enter VPN settings, swipe up
>
Settings
>
Network & internet
>
Advanced
>
VPN
. Tap
to add a new VPN. Choose the type of VPN and
enter settings from the network administrator. Select the VPN name to
connect.
Share your data connection
Your computer can access the Internet through your phone’s mobile
network—you just need a USB cable.
Note:
Your phone turns off Wi-Fi and uses the mobile network for
Internet access. This feature may require an additional subscription
service from your service provider.
1
Connect your phone to your computer using a USB cable.
Note:
If your computer is running something older than Microsoft
Windows 7 or Apple Macintosh OSX, it might require special
configuration.
2
On your phone, swipe up
>
Settings
, and make sure
Wi-Fi
is off.
3
In
Settings
, tap
Network & internet
>
Hotspot & tethering
, then tap
the
USB tethering
.
To stop the connection, tap
USB tethering
again, then disconnect your
phone from your computer.
Share files with Nearby Share
Share files with nearby contacts using Nearby Share.
Find it:
Swipe up
>
Settings
>
Connected devices
>
Connection
preferences
>
Nearby Share
1
Tap
Device visibility
to choose a device visibility option:
•
All contacts:
All contacts near you can share with your phone when
the screen is unlocked.
•
Some contacts:
Tap the switch beside the contacts who can share
with your phone when the screen is unlocked.
•
Hidden:
No contacts can share with your phone.
2
Tap
, then tap the switch to turn the feature on.
Note:
Bluetooth and Location features must be turned on.
3
Open the file you want to share, such as a photo, video, or website.
4
Tap
>
Nearby Share
.
Note:
If you don’t see
Nearby Share
as an option, tap
Create link
,
then tap
Nearby Share
.
5
Tap the contact’s phone, to send the file.