What is Wi-Fi, what is a hotspot?
Wi-Fi is a signal that is broadcast out that wireless devices, like the Zipit, can connect to for access to the Internet. Most homes and businesses already have a Wi-Fi network created but if you are trying to build a wireless network for the first time it is very simple and fairly inexpensive. All you need is a wireless access point or router connected to a broadband Internet service like a cable or DSL connection. Routers can be purchased from any electronic store and are as low as $20.00. There are many websites on the Internet, like http://www.microsoft.com/athome/moredone/wirelesssetup.mspx, that will walk you through setting up a wireless network. An area blanketed in wireless access is called a wireless hotspot, and a wireless hotspot that does not require you to pay for access to it is a free wireless hotspot. Some businesses require you to pay by the hour or by the day for use of their Wi-Fi. McDonalds is a “for fee” hotspot but on a Zipit you can connect for free! There are s
