Connecting to the Internet

A Web browser program searches for, finds, and displays Web site information. How you access and explore the Internet depends on whether you are using an ISP that provides the browser or an ISP that allows you to use any browser.

Using ISP-Provided Browser

If you have signed up for an ISP that provides the browser, you can open the browser program and connect to the Internet by using either of the following methods:

■Double-click the ISP-provided icon on the desktop.

Or

■Press the Connect (or Internet) button on the keyboard (select models only).

Using Any Browser

If you signed up for Internet access with an ISP that allows any browser, use Internet Explorer or another Web browser to explore the Internet. To connect to the Internet, use either of the following methods:

■Click Start on the taskbar, choose All Programs, and click Internet Explorer.

Or

■Press the Connect (or Internet) button on the keyboard (select models only).

Once you are connected to the Internet, your browser displays your designated home Web page.

Internet

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