You can get online with your iPad over a WiFi connection. You can also get online from your home wireless network or a wiFi hotspot.WiFi + 3G iPads can reach out and connect to the web through the same network you use to make cell phone calls - 3G network.
If your iPad supports only WiFi and you have your own WiFi network, you can download emails,view web pages and iTunes store content. But if the iPad is 3G enabled you have a choice of WiFi or 3G network- the same one smartphones use for email, web surfing and telephone calls.
WiFi Connection:
Connect to the internet over a WiFi network, known as 802.11. It is the same technology used by laptops, handheld game consoles, portable media players. When you try to use an internet focused app like Safari, the iPad may display a box of available networks.
--On iPad's Home screen , tap settings->WiFi. This brings you to the Wireless settings area. Next to WiFi, tap the On button.
--In the "Select a Wireless Network" box, pick one.Find the name of your WiFi network on the list and tap to join.
--Type the network password. The iPad tags secure networks- those that require passwords with a lock icon.
