How does WIFI work on the iTouch?

[toopyman]

How does WIFI work on the iTouch? Can i go on the internet wherever i am or do i have to be at home?

Andrew

[kornchild2002]

Hello and welcome to iLounge. I recommend you look at the wi-fi Wikipedia page here (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wi-fi) to get more information about wi-fi networks. Wi-fi is not a nationwide service like cellphones. Wi-fi will only work when you are within a wi-fi network, these are often called hotspots. Hotspots are usually located in fast food restaurants, hotels, libraries, universities, airports, and other public areas. The only thing you have to watch is that some places like Starbucks charge you to use their hotspot. Wi-fi networks normally have a range of about 30 feet for the 802.11G internet connection (it is a little faster) and the 802.11B connection has about 100 feet if I remember correctly.

So you must be within 30-100 feet of a hotspot in order for you to be able to access the internet. If you have wi-fi at home then you can access the internet using the iPod touch from all over your house.

[jgreg65]

It works great!

[Aceon6]

No problems for me. It offers to join anything nearby.

[jgreg65]

I would like to see an icon on the top level screen strictly for connecting or scanning for spots.

[zardoz66]

I would like to see an icon on the top level screen strictly for connecting or scanning for spots.


Yeah me too

[blastedontape]

I would like to see an icon on the top level screen strictly for connecting or scanning for spots.
maybe not on the top level you cant. but it can be done. However, i dont like O&A listeners, so i guess it sucks to be u.

[Foldarn]

If your touch is jailbroker get the stumbled app