Chapter 3. Using The Computer Network; Wired Connection - Lenovo 2958FDU User Manual

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Chapter 3. Using the computer network

As a global network, the Internet connects computers worldwide, providing services such as
e-mailing, information searching, electronic commerce, Web browsing and entertainment.
You can connect the computer to the Internet in the following ways:
Wired connection: uses physical wiring to connect.
Wireless network technology: connect without wiring.

Wired connection

Wired connection is a reliable and safe way to connect the computer to the Internet. Generally,
the following two accessing methods are widely used.
Cable
DSL
Hardware connection:
Cable
Splitter*
cable modem*
* Not supplied.
Note: The above diagrams are for reference only. Actual connection method may vary.
Software configuration
Ask your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for details on how to configure your computer.
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Cable Internet service uses a cable modem connected to the residential cable TV
line.
DSL is a family of related technologies that bring high-speed network access to
homes and small businesses over ordinary telephone lines.
DSL
TV cable
DSL modem*
*
Telephone line
Splitter*
*
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