Wi-fi – HP Compaq AirLife 100 series User Manual

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Differences between GSM and GPRS/EDGE/HSPA technology

GSM technology is typically used for voice calls and text messaging, whereas GPRS/EDGE/HSPA
technology provides a data connection to the cellular network that can be used for web browsing,
multimedia messages, or accessing your corporate network.

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi enabled devices such as AirLife allow you to connect to the Internet through a Wi-Fi network/
hot spot. Wi-Fi is short for Wireless Local Area Network or WLAN devices based on IEEE 802.11
standards.

NOTE:

Wi-Fi is a trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance which promotes WLAN technology and certifies

products that conform to 802.11 technology standards.

Data connection types