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learning more about wireless networking
connecting to hot spots
A hot spot is a high-speed wireless Internet access point available in public
locations such as airports, airline clubs, libraries, book shops, and coffee houses.
While you are away from your home office, hot spots let you send and receive
emails, surf websites, or access your company’s network.
You usually need to sign up to get access through hot spot connections. During
the sign-up process, the vendor will provide you with the necessary connection
information.
To access any new network, the steps are simple: just obtain information about
the network (such as the SSID, password key, and security settings to use) and
enter that information in the Windows XP Wireless Network Connection windows.
See Chapter 3, “connecting to your new wireless network” for sample
instructions.
How safe is your notebook when using a hot spot?
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because hot spots typically do not enable any security measures, the data
that you are sending and receiving may be vulnerable.
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if any of the files on your notebook are marked for sharing, other users on the
network may be able to access them.
If you want to access your company’s network through a
hot spot, contact your network administrator for setup
information. You will probably be routed through a VPN
connection for maximum security.
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