Dell INSPIRON 530 DCMF - Connecting to the Internet

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 53
Setting Up a Network in the Microsoft
®
Windows
®
XP
Operating System
1 Click Start → All Programs → Accessories → Communications → Network
Setup Wizard
→ Next → Checklist for creating a network .
NOTE: Selecting the connection method labeled This computer connects
directly to the Internet enables the integrated firewall provided with Windows
XP Service Pack 2 (SP2).
2 Complete the checklist.
3 Return to the Network Setup Wizard and follow the instructions in the
wizard.
Setting Up a Network in the Windows Vista™ Operating System
1 Click the Windows Vista Start button , and then click Connect To →
Set up a connection or network
.
2 Select an option under Choose a connection option .
3 Click Next , and then follow the instructions in the wizard.
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). Your ISP will offer one or more of the
following Internet connection options:
• DSL connections that provide high-speed Internet access through your
existing telephone line or cellular telephone service. With a DSL
connection, you can access the Internet and use your telephone on the
same line simultaneously.
• Cable modem connections that provide high-speed Internet access
through your local cable TV line.
• Satellite modem connections that provide high-speed Internet access
through a satellite television system.
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