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Most smartphones use two different technologies to access the Internet. The cellular network you subscribe to, such as Verizon or AT& T, and Wi-Fi. The advantage of the cell network, provided you’re on a good one, is that it’s nearly ubiquitous. You can access the Internet from anywhere you have cellphone service.
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Wi-Fi can be much faster, of course, depending on the network. While it isn’t everywhere, it’s probably in your home, local cafe, library, or office. You must log into a Wi-Fi network to access it; in most cases, that involves knowing the password.
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What can you do about it? My family is putting off upgrading our phones for as long as possible and knowing that we all lose unlimited data. But that’s a solution that won’t last.
The other option. Make sure you’re on Wi-Fi whenever possible. Most phones default to Wi-Fi when logged into a network. So, don’t download apps or play multimedia unless you’re on a Wi-Fi network.