Dial-Up Networking; Installing Dial-Up Networking In Windows 95/98 - Multitech MultiModem MT5600ZDX User Manual

Dial-Up Networking

Whether you use the Internet for e-mail or browsing the Web, to connect to it through
your modem, you must first set up a dial-up networking program. The one in
Windows 95, 98, 2000, and Windows NT 4.0 is called Dial-Up Networking. Dial-Up
Networking establishes your connection to the ISP's server, which is the shared
computer that manages calls from clients (your computer) to the Internet. Most, if
not all, Windows browsers start Dial-Up Networking automatically when you open
them.

Installing Dial-Up Networking in Windows 95/98

To install and run Dial-Up Networking in Windows 95 or 98
Install a NetWare client or Client for Microsoft Networks on the your computer.
Microsoft Client for Netware Networks, Microsoft Client for Microsoft Networks,
and two Novell Netware clients are included with Windows 95/98.
1. Insert the Windows compact disc into the CD-ROM drive.
2. In Windows, click the Start button, then select Settings, Control Panel, and
3. Click the Windows Setup tab.
4. Check Communications in the Components list.
5. Click the Details button.
6. Check Dial-up Networking in the Components list.
7. Click OK. Dial-Up Networking is installed from the Windows compact disc.
8. When the installation is complete, reboot the computer.
To create a connection entry
1. Double-click the My Computer icon.
2. Double-click the Dial-Up Networking icon.
3. Double-click the Make New Connection icon, and follow the directions in the
4. Your computer should now be ready to dial up your ISP's server.
To dial your Internet access provider
1. Double-click the My Computer icon.
2. Double-click the Dial-Up Networking icon.
3. Double-click the icon with your ISP's name.
4. Type your name and password if they are not already entered.
5. Click Connect.
6. Follow the instructions provided by your ISP for browsing the the Internet,
For further information on Dial-Up Networking or Microsoft Client for NetWare
Networks, see Windows Help.
Add/Remove Programs.
wizard to create a connection entry.
reading e-mail, and accessing information.
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