Chapter 3. Connecting To The Internet; Wired Connection - Lenovo G580 User Manual

Chapter 3. Connecting to the Internet

As a global network, the Internet connects computers worldwide, providing
services such as e-mailing, information searching, electronic commerce, Web
browsing and entertainment.
You can connect the computer to the Internet in the following ways:
Wired connection: use physical wiring to connect.
Wireless network technology: connect without wiring.

Wired connection

Wired connections are a reliable and safe way to connect the computer to the
Internet.
Cable
DSL
Hardware connection:
Cable
Cable modem *
* Not supplied.
Note: The above diagrams are for reference only. Actual connection method may vary.
Software configuration
Consult your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for details on how to configure
your computer.
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Cable Internet services use a cable modem connected to
the residential cable TV line.
DSL is a family of related technologies that bring high-
speed network access to homes and small businesses
over ordinary telephone lines.
TV cable
Splitter *
*
DSL
*
DSL modem *
Telephone line
Splitter *
*
*
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