Wireless LAN

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This example demonstrates WLAN features using the Nokia N95.
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The Basics

			Basic Terminology
			The WLAN IDemo will clearly show you the meanings of the essential technological terminology commonly used when connecting to a Wi-Fi network, such as channels, ISM Band, WLAN Standards, SSID, and EAP Plug-in.



			Security in WLAN
			Find out how security works and protects your wireless connections with WEP, WPA, VPN, IEEE 802.1 on the highest possible level.



			Connecting With WLAN Wizard
			With WLAN Wizard, we show you how easy it is to safely connect to non-secure networks. Simply follow a few instructions and the rest is up to you.



			Configuring WLAN Access Points
			Accessing WLAN access points has never been easier. WLAN IDemo guides you through step by step, so that you can get in touch with non-secure, open networks faster and more safely.



			Web Browsing
			Enhance your web browsing experience on the go with higher connection speeds through WLANs. Access the web browser on your Nokia device, select your WLAN access point and begin surfing immediately.



			Other Applications for WLAN
			Likewise with web browsing, you can easily access your emails upon connection to a WLAN. WLAN connections also allow you to stay in touch through IP Telephony, particularly in areas where other mobile networks have poor reception. In addition, your Vox blog entries will be uploaded and published sooner than usual with high WLAN speeds.

Wireless LAN

With WLAN (Wi-Fi), you can be sure of being constantly connected to the internet even in public places such as hotels, cafes and airports. All you need is your own machine and you’re good to go.

To use WLAN, you need a handset that supports the technology and you need to be in an area with an active Wi-Fi network (called a "hotspot"). Depending on the security settings for the network, you might need to enter a passcode to connect.

WLAN stands for Wireless Local Area Network. Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity) refers to a specific range of WLAN networks, namely IEEE802.11, which today are the most commonly used WLAN networks.