HINT: Selecting the
connection method This
computer connects
directly to the Internet
enables the integrated
firewall provided with
Windows XP .
HINT: If you are having
difficulty turning off your
computer, see "General
Program Problems" on
page 42.
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Setting Up
Setting Up a Home and Office Network
(Windows XP Only)
Windows XP provides a Network Setup Wizard to guide you through the
process of sharing files, printers, or an Internet connection between
computers in a home or small office.
Click the Start button, point to All Programs—>
1
Accessories—> Communications, and then click Network Setup
Wizard.
On the welcome screen, click Next.
2
Click checklist for creating a network.
3
Complete the checklist and required preparations, and then return to
4
the Network Setup Wizard.
Follow the instructions on the screen.
5
Turning Off the Computer
NOTICE: To prevent data loss, you must turn off your computer through the
Start menu rather than by pressing the power button.
Windows XP
Save and close any open files and exit any open programs.
1
Click the Start button and then click Turn off Computer.
2
Click Turn off.
3
The computer automatically turns off after the shutdown process
finishes.
Turn off your monitor and any other devices connected to power.
4
Windows 2000
Save and exit any programs and files you have open.
1
Click the Start button, and then click Shut Down.
2
Click the pull-down menu under What do you want the computer
3
to do?.