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Using a Wi-Fi connection is generally faster and less expensive than using a mobile
data connection. If both Wi-Fi and mobile data connections are available, your phone
uses the Wi-Fi connection.
Use a mobile data connection
1 Select 
mobile network
.
2 Switch 
Data connection
 to 
On
.
Use a mobile data connection when roaming
Select 
mobile network
 > 
Data roaming options
 > 
roam
.
Data roaming means using your phone to receive data over networks that your
network service provider doesn't own or operate.
Connecting to the internet when roaming, especially when abroad, can raise data
costs substantially.
To use the fastest available mobile connection, select 
Highest connection speed
 and
a connection. If the signal strength in your area is low, searching for or trying to stay
connected to the fastest available network can use more battery power.
Mobile data access points may be sent to you by your network service provider. You
can manually add access points.
Manually add a mobile data access point
1 Select 
mobile network
 > 
add APN
.
2 Write the APN address in the 
APN
 field.
3 Type in the username and password for your mobile data account.
4 If the APN uses a proxy server, write the address and port number in the
appropriate fields.
If you later change your network service provider, for instructions on how to get the
About Wi-Fi connections 
Select   >   and 
WiFi
.
Tip: Your phone periodically checks for and notifies of available connections. The
notification appears briefly at the top of the screen. To manage your Wi-Fi
connections, select the notification.
Important: Use encryption to increase the security of your Wi-Fi connection. Using
encryption reduces the risk of others accessing your data.
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