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 Programs—>Accessories—> Communications, and then click Network Setup Wizard.

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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