Gateway 200 Selecting a network connection, Wired Ethernet network, Wireless Ethernet network

Chapter 12: Networking Your Computer

Selecting a network connection

The biggest decision you need to make when creating your network is what type of connection you will use. Gateway supports both wired and wireless Ethernet (IEEE 802.11a or IEEE 802.11b) networks. Use the following criteria as a guide when selecting a network connection.

Wired Ethernet network

Create a wired Ethernet network if:

■You are building a new home or your existing home already has Ethernet cable installed in each room that has a device you want to connect

■You are creating a network in an office or business where network speed is more important than moving about with your computer

■Your computer has an Ethernet jack for connecting to the network

Wireless Ethernet network

Create a wireless Ethernet network if:

■You are looking for an alternative to installing cable for connectivity

■The ability to move about with your computer is as important as network speed

■Your computer has wireless Ethernet for networking

Help and

Support

For more information about selecting network connections in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support.

Type the keyword networks or network types in the

HelpSpot Search box , then click the arrow.

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