Troubleshooting Connections

The Notifications bar will indicate which types of signals you’re using and the relative strengths of those signals, as shown in Figure 6–1. It will also show Up-and-Down arrows that indicate an active data transfer.

If you’re having trouble, first check to make sure that you have an adequate signal and are using the network you intended to use. If you’re using Wi-Fi, make sure you are correctly signed into the network. Sometimes that means opening your Web browser and tapping a checkbox to indicate that you consent to your hotspot’s user agreement.

Roaming

When you wander outside the range of cell towers that belong to your carrier, you start roaming. You may be billed for roaming fees if roaming is not covered by ...

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