Network Setup Wizard; Connecting To A Wireless Local Area Network; Determining Your Network Type - Dell Inspiron 6000 Owner's Manual

Network Setup Wizard

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The Microsoft Windows
the process of sharing files, printers, or an Internet connection between computers in a home or small office.
1 Click the Start button, point to All Programs Accessories Communications, and then click
Network Setup Wizard.
2 On the welcome screen, click Next.
3 Click Checklist for creating a network.
NOTE:
Selecting the connection method labeled "This computer connects directly to the Internet" enables the
integrated firewall provided with Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2).
4 Complete the checklist and required preparations.
5 Return to the Network Setup Wizard and follow the instructions on the screen.

Connecting to a Wireless Local Area Network

NOTE:
These networking instructions do not apply to internal cards with Bluetooth
cellular products.

Determining Your Network Type

NOTE:
Most wireless networks are of the infrastructure type.
Wireless networks fall into two categories—infrastructure networks and ad-hoc networks. An infrastructure
network uses routers or access points to connect several computers. An ad-hoc network does not use routers
or access points and consists of computers that broadcast to one another. For additional assistance with
setting up your wireless connection, go to support.dell.com and search for the keyword wireless setup.
infrastructure network
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Setting Up a Home and Office Network
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XP operating system provides a Network Setup Wizard to guide you through
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wireless technology or
ad-hoc network