Creating an Internet Connection

Sometimes connecting your computer to the Internet can be the most difficult part of getting started. The Connect to the Internet wizard simplifies the process, whether you want to set up a new connection using an existing account or select an Internet service provider (ISP) to set up a new account. In either case, you will need to obtain connection information from your ISP or your system administrator.

Create an Internet Connection

Click the Start button, point to All Programs, click Welcome Center, and then double-click Connect to the Internet.

Click Set up a new a connection, or Set up a new connection anyway to set up a second connection.

Click the option with the way you want to connect: Wireless, Broadband (PPPoE), or Dial-up.

• For a wireless connection, select a network, and then go to Step 8.

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Type the name and password your ISP gave you. For a dial-up connection, type a dial-up phone number.

For the password, select or clear the Show characters or Remember this password check boxes.

Type a connection name.

Select or clear the Allow other people to use this connection check box.

Click Connect.

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