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  2. Wi-Fi hotspot - Wikipedia

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    Using an open public network is the easiest way to create a free hotspot. All that is needed is a Wi-Fi router. Similarly, when users of private wireless routers turn off their authentication requirements, opening their connection, intentionally or not, they permit piggybacking (sharing) by anyone in range. [16]

  3. Wireless LAN - Wikipedia

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    This notebook computer is connected to a wireless access point using a PC Card wireless card. An example of a Wi-Fi network. A wireless LAN (WLAN) is a wireless computer network that links two or more devices using wireless communication to form a local area network (LAN) within a limited area such as a home, school, computer laboratory, campus, or office building.

  4. Wi-Fi - Wikipedia

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    Wi-Fi (/ ˈ w aɪ f aɪ /) [1] [a] is a family of wireless network protocols based on the IEEE 802.11 family of standards, which are commonly used for local area networking of devices and Internet access, allowing nearby digital devices to exchange data by radio waves.

  5. PRIVATE WiFi Mobile FAQs - AOL Help

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    If you are using an iPhone on iOS 7 and cannot complete the activation process, follow these steps: 1. Return to the Home screen and delete the PRIVATE WiFi mobile app.. Note: To delete the app, tap and hold the icon, and tap the X when it appears.

  6. IEEE 802.11u - Wikipedia

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    IEEE 802.11u-2011 is an amendment to the IEEE 802.11-2007 standard to add features that improve interworking with external networks.. 802.11 is a family of IEEE technical standards for mobile communication devices such as laptop computers or multi-mode phones to join a wireless local area network (WLAN) widely used in the home, public hotspots and commercial establishments.

  7. Wi-Fi positioning system - Wikipedia

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    Wi-Fi positioning system (WPS, WiPS or WFPS) is a geolocation system that uses the characteristics of nearby Wi‑Fi access points to discover where a device is located. [1]It is used where satellite navigation such as GPS is inadequate due to various causes including multipath and signal blockage indoors, or where acquiring a satellite fix would take too long.

  8. Private WiFi | 30-Day Free* Trial | AOL Products

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    Help protect your online privacy with Private WiFi. Encrypts and anonymizes internet browsing on up to 10 devices. Try it free* now!

  9. Fix problems reading or receiving AOL Mail

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    Protected mode is enable by default and may interfere with AOL Mail. If you're continuing to have trouble accessing mail, turn Protected Mode off: 1. Click Tools. 2. Click Internet Options. 3. Click the Security tab. 4. Deselect "Enable Protected Mode." 5. Restart Internet Explorer and sign in to AOL Mail again.