Network Setup Wizard; Connecting To The Internet - Dell Dimension DMC Owner's Manual

Network Setup Wizard

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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
click Network Setup Wizard.
On the welcome screen, click Next.
2
Click Checklist for creating a network.
3
NOTE:
Selecting the connection method This computer connects directly to the Internet enables the
integrated firewall provided with Windows XP.
Complete the checklist and required preparations, and return to the Network Setup Wizard.
4
Follow the instructions on the screen.
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Connecting to the Internet

NOTE:
ISPs and ISP offerings vary by country.
To connect to the Internet, you need a modem or network connection and an Internet service
provider (ISP), such as AOL or MSN. Your ISP will offer one or more of the following Internet
connection options:
• Dial-up connections that provide Internet access through a phone line. Dial-up connections
are considerably slower than DSL and cable modem connections.
• DSL connections that provide high-speed Internet access through your existing phone line.
With a DSL connection, you can access the Internet and use your phone on the same line
simultaneously.
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Setting Up and Using Your Computer
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Windows XP operating system provides a Network Setup Wizard to guide you
network adapter
connector on computer
Accessories Communications, and then
network
wall jack
network cable