Connecting to a Network Adapter
Before your computer can communicate on a network, your computer must have a network adapter installed and a network cable connected to it.
network adapter connector on computer
network cable
Network Setup Wizard
Windows XP provides a Network Setup Wizard to guide you through the process of sharing files, printers, or an Internet connection between computers in a home or small office.
1Click the Start button, point to All
2On the welcome screen, click Next.
3Click checklist for creating a network.
4Complete the checklist and required preparations, and then return to the Network Setup Wizard.
5Follow the instructions on the screen.
HINT: Selecting the connection method This computer connects directly to the Internet enables the integrated firewall provided with Windows XP.
Setting Up
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