
Chapter 4. Connecting to the Internet
As a global network, the Internet connects computers worldwide, providing services such as
You can connect the computer to the Internet in the following way: Wired connection: use physical wiring to connect.
Wireless network technology: connect without wiring.

Wired connection -----------------------------------------------------------------------------
Wired connections are a reliable and safe way to connect the computer to the Internet.
Cable
DSL
Cable Internet services use a cable modem connected to the residential cable TV line.
DSL is a family of related technologies that bring high- speed network access to homes and small businesses over ordinary telephone lines.
Hardware connection
Cable | DSL |
TV cable
Telephone line
Splitter * | * | Splitter * |
|
| * |
Cable modem * |
| DSL modem * |
* | * |
*Not supplied.
Note: The above diagrams are for reference only. Actual connection method may vary.
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