Data Connection Status And Indicators; Browser - Samsung Galaxy S6 User Manual

Data Connection Status and Indicators

Your phone displays the current status of your data connection through indicators at the top of the screen.
The following symbols are used:
Icon Description
Network (full signal): The number of bars indicates the strength of the signal. More bars
mean a better signal
Enhanced 4G LTE data service: Your phone is connected to the Enhanced 4G LTE
network. The rays spin when data is being transferred
3G (data service): Your phone is connected to the 3G network. When the icon is animated,
your phone is transferring or receiving data

Browser

Your phone's Web browser gives you full access to both mobile and traditional websites on the go, using
3G, 4G, or Wi-Fi data connections.
SSL/TLS
SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) and TLS (Transport Layer Security) are protocols for encrypting
sent/received data. While in a screen connected by SSL/TLS, data is encrypted to safely send/receive
private information, credit card numbers, corporate secrets, etc., and provide protection against online
threats (eavesdropping, falsification, impersonation, etc.).
SSL/TLS Cautions
When opening a secured page, users must decide as their responsibility whether or not to open the
page with use of SSL/TLS. Boost Mobile and the applicable Certification Authorities make no
guarantees whatsoever to users regarding security of SSL/TLS.
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