What is HS2(Hotspot 2.0)

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HS2 stands for Hotspot 2.0 which is an advanced version of Hotspot, mainly designed to give more control over peers. Security of this version enhanced a lot as compare to previous version. It is also known as Wi-Fi CERTIFIED PASSPOINT. It works on 802.11 u standard protocol and WPA2 encryption standard, which is a strong encryption standard. It has more bandwidth as compare to the previous version, which offers more Internet speed to download and upload or to surf internet for other purposes.

This is mainly designed to connect with hotspots at airport, railway or metro stations, Coffee Shops, libraries and public areas. It ensures that you will surf internet securely at these places without worrying about malicious users. It does not require additional sign up information and authentication process. As a Hotspot 2.0 device comes under the range it automatically connects to the network without sing up and authentication. It is discovered by WI-FI alliances, to ease WI-FI services and to make them more reliable.

How to use HS2

You must have to have a Hotspot 2.0 enabled device to take advantages of this technology. Most of the railways, coffee shops, restaurants and other public places are using Hotspot 2.0. All you need to do is, just go to your device settings and enable Hotspot 2.0 feature.

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