Dell 4500C, 6M515 Connecting to the Internet

Setting Up 29

3Click Checklist for creating a network.

HINT: Selecting the

connection method This

computer connects

directly to the Internet

enables the integrated

firewall provided with

Windows XP.

4Complete the checklist and required preparations, and return to the

Network Setup Wizard.

5Follow the instructions on the screen.

Connecting to the Internet

HINT: 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.

• Cable modem connections that provide high-speed Internet access

through your local cable TV line.

If you are using a dial-up connection, connect a telephone line to the

modem connector on your computer and to the telephone wall jack before

you set up your Internet connection. If you are using a DSL or cable modem

connection, contact your ISP for setup instructions.

To set up an AOL or MSN connection:

1Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs.

2Double-click the MSN Explorer or AOL icon on the Windows®

desktop.

3Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the setup.