An Overview Of Using The Internet - Toshiba Portege M400 Series User Manual

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Exploring Your Computer's Features

An overview of using the Internet

Using Wireless LAN Connectivity
NOTE
Your system may come with an optional wireless LAN
module. This is a technology that expands wireless
communication beyond networking equipment, and can
connect many different kinds of electronic devices without
the need for cables.
For information on how to set up a wireless connection, refer
to your wireless networking device documentation or your
network administrator.
To use your wireless communication, slide the wireless on/off
switch to the On position.
NOTE
For help with common Wi-Fi
"Wireless networking problems" on page
An overview of using the Internet
The following sections give a quick introduction to the
Internet and some of its exciting features, under these
headings:
❖
The Internet
❖
The World Wide Web
❖
Internet Service Providers
❖
Connecting to the Internet
Wireless connectivity and some features may require you to
purchase additional software, external hardware or services.
Availability of public wireless LAN access points may be
limited.
When the Wi-Fi antenna switch is on, the wireless indicator
light will be lit.
®
networking problems, see
243.