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Chapter 3. Connecting to the Internet
As a global network, the Internet connects computers worldwide, providing
services such as e-mailing, information searching, electronic commerce, Web
browsing and entertainment.
You can connect the computer to the Internet in the following ways:
Wired connection: use physical wiring to connect.
Wireless network technology: connect without wiring.

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Wired connections are a reliable and safe way to connect the computer to the
Internet.

Hardware connection:

Cable DSL

Software configuration

Consult your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for details on how to configure
your computer.
Cable Cable Internet services use a cable modem connected to
the residential cable TV line.
DSL DSL is a family of related technologies that bring high-
speed network access to homes and small businesses
over ordinary telephone lines.
Note: The above diagrams are for reference only. Actual connection method may vary.
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N580 N580
TV cable
Splitter *
Cable modem *
* Not supplied.
Telephone line
Splitter *
DSL modem *