How to Connect to an Unsecured Wireless Network
Find a Wi-Fi capable device such as some smart phones, some laptops, or anything else., Search for a network using the device's "scan for networks" feature., Choose the network you want from the list., Connect to the network using the "connect"...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Find a Wi-Fi capable device such as some smart phones
Be sure there is enough battery power left on the device (providing you're away from a power outlet) as Wi-Fi can drain a battery very fast. -
Step 2: some laptops
Where this option can be found on devices varies but is usually in a connection options area. , Most Wi-Fi-capable devices show a lock symbol next to the name of a secured network.
For an unsecured network, a lock may be greyed out or most likely will not be shown. , Connecting to networks can be very fast or take several seconds depending on the speed, traffic, and other factors of the network. , -
Step 3: or anything else.
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Step 4: Search for a network using the device's "scan for networks" feature.
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Step 5: Choose the network you want from the list.
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Step 6: Connect to the network using the "connect" option
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Step 7: which is usually close by.
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Step 8: Enjoy the Internet using your web browser or other web-enabled software.
Detailed Guide
Be sure there is enough battery power left on the device (providing you're away from a power outlet) as Wi-Fi can drain a battery very fast.
Where this option can be found on devices varies but is usually in a connection options area. , Most Wi-Fi-capable devices show a lock symbol next to the name of a secured network.
For an unsecured network, a lock may be greyed out or most likely will not be shown. , Connecting to networks can be very fast or take several seconds depending on the speed, traffic, and other factors of the network. ,
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