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11.3 Using GNOME NetworkManager
Applet
If you have decided to use NetworkManager, the GNOME NetworkManager applet
starts automatically with the desktop environment. If the applet is not running, you can
start it with the nm-applet command. When it is running, an icon indicating the
current network status is shown in the system tray. Depending on the state of the network
connection, the panel icon changes appearance. If you are not sure what the icon means,
hold your mouse over the icon until an explanation appears.
A wired connection has been established.
Currently there is no connection to the Internet.
A wireless connection has been established. Blue bars indicate the strength of the
signal. More blue bars means better signal strength.
The connection is being established or terminated.
11.3.1 Connecting to Wired Networks
If your computer is connected to an existing network with a network cable, use the
NetworkManager applet to choose the network connection.
1 Left-click the applet icon to show a menu with available networks. The currently
used connection is selected in the menu.
2 To switch to another network, choose it from the list. To connect to an 802.1X
protected wired network, select the appropriate menu item and enter all required
information for your type of connection.
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