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public wifi - cant connect to interent

Anonymous
2011-06-02T22:20:25+00:00

Hello, I noticed when traveling through the Atlanta and Los Angles airports recently that I "could" connect to the public wifi (free...no password) but the wifi system itself would not or could not connect to the internet...and I could not work email, etc. I could see my connection to the system (in networking) but there was a red X for 'no' connection to the internet.  At my current hotel work location I have no problem connecting to their wifi.

Is there a unique process to connect to free public wifi networks?

I have windows 7 on a toshiba netbook.

Thanks!

Dano

Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Internet and connectivity

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Anonymous
2011-06-03T18:19:21+00:00

Hi,

In addition to creating a network that enables users to log on anywhere at any time, the Airport offers a competitive pricing structure for users through a true neutral host system. Instead of one Wireless Internet Service Provider (WISP) owning or managing the Wi-Fi system, the Airport is its proprietor. When a user powers on their Internet-ready device, the Airport’s SSID (ATL-WIFI) will communicate with it resulting in the display of the splash page. The splash page allows access to information on the Atlanta Airport Web site and the option to connect, for a fee, to the Internet through service providers.

You can refer to: http://www.atlanta-airport.com/forms/passenger/frmPassengerInformation\_WIFI.aspx

It could be similar issues happening at Los Angeles as well.

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