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When a public Wi-Fi network (like in a café, airport, or hotel) doesn’t redirect you to the captive portal (the login or agreement page) on your laptop, but works fine on your phone, it’s usually due to one or more of these common causes: ⸻ 🔒 1. HTTPS Default Behavior • Cause: Modern browsers default to opening HTTPS sites which can block redirection to the captive portal. • Why it works on phones: Mobile devices often use special network detection endpoints or HTTP connections to trigger the portal. • Fix: Try manually visiting a non-HTTPS website, such as: http://neverssl.com This often triggers the captive portal. ⸻ 🌐 2. DNS Cache or Settings • Cause: Your laptop may have cached DNS entries or is using custom DNS (like Google 8.8.8.8 or Cloudflare 1.1.1.1), bypassing the network’s DNS redirection. • Fixes: • Flush DNS cache: Windows: ipconfig /flushdns macOS: sudo dscacheutil -flushcache; sudo killall -HUP mDNSResponder • Set DNS to automatic in your ne...

 **Gate-checked baggage** or **valet baggage service** is a process used by airlines, particularly for smaller aircraft or regional flights, where passengers hand over their carry-on luggage just before boarding or retrieve it immediately after deplaning, typically at the jet bridge. Here’s a detailed explanation: ### **What is Gate-Checked Baggage/Valet Baggage Service?** - **Definition**: Gate-checked baggage refers to carry-on luggage that passengers are required to check at the gate or on the jet bridge due to limited overhead bin space on smaller aircraft, such as regional jets or turboprops (e.g., the aircraft used for AA5675 from IAD to CLT, likely a regional jet like a CRJ or ERJ). - **Valet Baggage Service**: Some airlines, like American Airlines, brand this as a "valet service" for a more seamless experience. Passengers receive a claim tag for their bag before boarding, and the bag is returned to them on the jet bridge or a designated area upon arrival. ### **How It...