Wireless Connection; Using Wi-Fi/Wimax - Lenovo IdeaPad S300 User Manual

Chapter 3. Connecting to the Internet

Wireless connection

Wireless connections provide mobile access to the Internet, allowing you to
stay online anywhere the wireless signal covers.
Divided by the signal scales, wireless connection to the Internet can be built
based on the following standards.
Wi-Fi
WiMAX
Note: Your computer may not support all wireless connection methods.
Using Wi-Fi/WiMAX (on select models)
Enabling wireless connection
To enable wireless communications, press
Hardware connection
Wi-Fi/WiMAX network
* Not supplied
Software configuration
Consult your Internet Service Provider (ISP) and search Windows Help and
Support Center for details on how to configure your computer.
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Wi-Fi networks cover a small physical area, like a home,
office, or small group of buildings. An access point is
necessary for the connection.
WiMAX networks connect several Wireless LAN
systems to cover a metropolitan area, providing high-
speed broadband access without the need for cables.
Access point *
to make configuration.