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== Overview ==

A Wifi '''Hotspot''' is a wireless connection to the internet. The XO can connect to two types of hotspots: [[802.11b]] or [[802.11g]], also known as Wireless G. The XO can connect to any hotspot, even secure hotspots if the passwords are available.

=== Private Hotspots ===

Private Hotspots are located in homes or businesses, and may be secured by either a password/passphrase or by individual computer [[MAC Address]].

=== Public Hotspots ===

Public hotspots are often located in libraries, schools, malls, and even some hospitals, businesses and homes. These hotspots are free and open to the public.

* [http://www.nypl.org/branch/services/wifi.html The New York City Library] System has free wifi hotspots
* [http://www.fon.com FON] has public hotspots throughout North & South America and Europe
* [http://www.apple.com/retail Apple Store] Offers public hotspots for anyone

=== Commercial Hotspots ===

Commercial hotspots are hotspots that either require a fee or are available only to clients of the establishment. Many hotels and restaurants now have hotspots free of charge to the customers, and some have this service available for a small fee. Most airports have hotspot access available for a fee.

Some commercial enterprises that have hotspot access are:

* [[T-Mobile]] - One Year Free Access for G1G1 Donors
* [http://www.boingo.com/ Boingo] - Subscription or Pay per Use
* [http://www.att.com/gen/general?pid=5949 AT&T] - Free for AT&T DSL or U-Verse Customers
* [http://www.mcdonalds.com/wireless/general_info.html McDonalds] - Pay per use