Connecting To The Internet; Choosing The Type Of Internet Access Available - HP dv6000z - Pavilion RD167-3 15.4" Notebook Quick Reference

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Connecting to the Internet

Your computer includes hardware and software that allows
you to connect to the Internet. The following sections of this
guide give more information about these tasks:
Choosing the type of Internet connection you want, such
as broadband, wireless, or dial-up, and connecting to the
hardware.
Choosing an Internet service provider (ISP).
Internet hardware and software features vary depending on
computer model and your location.

Choosing the type of Internet access available

There are 3 basic types of Internet access:
Broadband—High-speed Internet service providers
include the following types of connections:
Cable modem
Digital Subscriber Line (DSL)
Satellite
Other services
For broadband access, additional hardware and/or
software must be provided by your ISP.
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