Smartphones such as the Apple iPhone and Motorola Droid let users perform a variety of tasks, but Internet access ranks as one of the most important. With Internet access, users can check their mail, surf the web and download multimedia content. However, while carriers typically provide Internet access through their data networks, smartphones can also connect to wireless networks via Wi-Fi (wireless fidelity). Wi-Fi refers to a standard, high-quality connection over a wireless network. Relying on Wi-Fi for these activities can keep your phone’s data consumption low, since you’ll be using a home network instead of your mobile carrier’s. This will allow for you to avoid incurring additional penalty fees. Writer Bio
