Connecting To The Internet; Connecting To A Wireless Network; Connecting To A Wireless Lan - Acer NITRO User Manual
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12 - Connecting to the Internet
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This chapter includes general information on types of connections, and getting connected
to the internet. For detailed information, please refer to
page
40.
Your computer's built-in network features make it easy for you to connect your computer
to the internet using a cable or a wireless connection.
First though, in order to connect to the internet, you'll need to sign up for internet services
from an ISP (Internet Service Provider) -- usually a phone or cable company -- that will
have to go to your home or office to set up internet service. The ISP will install a small box,
a router or modem, that will allow you to connect to the internet.
Connecting to a wireless network
Connecting to a wireless LAN
A wireless LAN (or WLAN) is a
computers without using wires. Once connected to WLAN, you can access the internet.
You can also share files, other devices, and even your internet connection itself.
Your computer's wireless connection is turned on by default and Windows will detect and
display a list of available networks during setup. Select your network and enter the
password if required. You can use the network management options to turn your wireless
network on/off or control what is shared over the network.
To connect to a wireless network, please follow the steps below.
1. Ensure you have a wireless router/access point and current internet connection
through the ISP of your choice. Make a note of the wireless network's name and
password (if necessary).
Note
Please refer to your ISP or router documentation for details on connecting to the internet.
wireless local area network
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Network connections on
, which can link two or more
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