Section 7: Connections; Wi-Fi - Samsung Galaxy S III User Manual

Section 7: Connections

This section describes the various connections your device
can make including Wi-Fi, NFC, S Beam, Bluetooth, and
Connecting your PC.

Wi-Fi

About Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi (short for "wireless fidelity") is a term used for certain
types of Wireless Networks. Wi-Fi communication requires
access to an existing and accessible Wireless Access Point
(WAP). These WAPs can either be Open (unsecured) as within
most Hot Spots, or Secured (requiring knowledge of the
name and password).
Configuring Wi-Fi Settings
You can configure your device's Wi-Fi settings. For more
information, see "Settings" on page 121.
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Turning Wi-Fi On or Off
When you turn Wi-Fi service on, your device automatically
searches for nearby available Wi-Fi networks.
1. From a Home screen, touch
Wi-Fi.
2. Touch the OFF/ON button to turn Wi-Fi ON
OFF .
You can also turn Wi-Fi on or off from the Notification Panel:
1. Swipe downward from the top of a Home screen to
display the Notification Panel.
2. Touch Wi-Fi to turn Wi-Fi on or off.
Apps Settings
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