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You can use Internet tethering when you only have one device that you want to connect to the Internet through your
BlackBerry device's mobile network connection. You can connect the device to your BlackBerry device using a USB
cable or, if both devices are Bluetooth enabled, you can use Bluetooth technology instead.
Mobile Hotspot
You can use Mobile Hotspot mode to connect up to eight devices to your BlackBerry device. (The number of
devices that you can connect depends on your wireless service provider.) Connecting your devices using Mobile
Hotspot mode is like connecting to a Wi-Fi router; you can use the Wi-Fi connections on your devices, but you don't
need access to a Wi-Fi network.
VPN connections
You can connect your BlackBerry device to a virtual private network (VPN) over your mobile network or using a Wi-Fi
connection. While your device is connected to the VPN, you can send data to and receive data from the private network
across the public network.
Turn on airplane mode
In some places, such as on an airplane or in a hospital, you need to turn off all the connections on your BlackBerry device.
Airplane mode lets you quickly turn off your connections and, when you're done using airplane mode, turning off airplane
mode restores the connections that were previously turned on.
1. On the home screen, swipe down from the top of the screen.
2.
Tap Settings.
3. Set the Airplane Mode switch to On.
Mobile network
A mobile network connection allows your BlackBerry device to make calls and, if you have a data plan, use data services
such as Internet browsing. In some locations, such as in a hospital or on an airplane, you might need to turn off your mobile
network connection, but usually you can just leave your mobile network connection turned on.
In most cases your device automatically connects to the appropriate wireless network when you travel outside of your
wireless service provider's coverage area. If you're not sure if your device is set up for roaming, or what roaming fees will
apply, it's a good idea to check with your wireless service provider before you travel.
Connect to the mobile network
To turn on your mobile network connection, airplane mode must be turned off.
1. On the home screen, swipe down from the top of the screen.
2.
Tap Settings > Networks and Connections > Mobile Network.
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