Lenovo Y580 Connecting to the Internet, „ Hardware connection, „ Software configuration, Cable

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.

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

TV cable

Splitter *

Cable modem *

	DSL
	Telephone line
*	Splitter *
	*
	DSL modem *

* *

*Not supplied.

Note: The above diagrams are for reference only. Actual connection method may vary.

„Software configuration

Consult your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for details on how to configure your computer.

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