Chapter 5: Using the Internet

Setting up an Internet account

Before you can view the information on the World Wide Web, you need to set up an Internet account with an Internet service provider (ISP). If you have chosen America Online as an ISP, follow these instructions to set up and connect to your account. To set up a different ISP service or to transfer an existing account to this computer, contact the ISP directly.

If you set up an account with America Online, an Internet e-mail address is created for you. After completing the setup, you are ready to access the Internet.

To set up an Internet account with America Online:

1 Click Start, All Programs, then click America Online.

2 Follow the on-screen instructions. After setting up your account, you can connect to the Internet and access your e-mail services.

Accessing your Internet account

To connect to your America Online Internet account:

1 Click Start, All Programs, then click America Online.

2 Complete the member name and password information, then click Connect. Your computer dials the Internet account telephone number. After connecting, the Welcome window opens.

If you are using a service other than America Online, check with your ISP for the correct procedure for connecting.

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