Connections 83Section 7: ConnectionsWi-FiWi-Fi is a wireless networking technology that providesaccess to local area networks.Wi-Fi communication requires access to an existing Wi-Finetwork. Wi-Fi networks can be Open (unsecured), orSecured (requiring you to provide login credentials).Your phone supports the 802.11 a/b/g/n Wi-Fi protocols.Configuring Wi-Fi SettingsConfigure your phone’s Wi-Fi settings. (For more information,see “Wi-Fi Settings” on page 131.)Turning Wi-Fi On or OffWhen you turn Wi-Fi service on, your phone automaticallysearches for available, in-range “hotspots” [also termedWAPs (Wireless Access Points)].Turning Wi-Fi On1. From the top of the Home screen, sweep your fingerdownward to display the Notifications screen.2. At the top of the Notifications screen, touch Wi-Fito turn Wi-Fi On.Turning Wi-Fi Off1. From the top of the Home screen, sweep your fingerdownward to display Notifications.2. At the top of the Notifications screen, touch Wi-Fito turn Wi-Fi Off.
