4 network task s.Using Your Network
After setting up your wired network, you can perform common
networking tasks, such as making files and printers available to
other computers, and playing multiplayer games. When you need
to check network settings or monitor devices connected to your
network, you can use the Microsoft® Broadband Network Utility.
This chapter describes how to:
OLog on to your workgroup.
OPerform common networking tasks.
OSecure your network.
Log On to Your Workgroup
After starting your computer, you must always log on to your network
to access shared files, printers, and other resources.
If your computer is running an operating system that displays the
Cancel button, do not click Cancel during the logon process, even
if you decide to leave your password blank. Doing so will prevent
you from accessing shared files and printers on the network. Make
sure that your workgroup name is visible in the logon screen, type
your password, and then click OK.
After you log on, you can perform certain networking functions,
such as accessing the Internet or opening shared files from
Microsoft Windows® Explorer. You do not need to open the
Broadband Network Utility to perform these tasks.
Do Not
Click Cancel