Chapter 3 - Software Installation and Configuration

Windows 2000 Dial-Up Networking

The following instructions describe all Dial-Up Networking connection options under Windows 2000 as well as guide you through setting up a Dial-up Networking connection to an Internet Service Provider (ISP).

Note: If you are connecting to the Internet, make sure TCP/IP is installed on your computer and that you’ve set up an access account with an Internet Service Provider.

1.To set up a Dial-Up Networking connection within Windows 2000, select Start Settings Network and Dial-up Connections.

2.In the Network and Dial-up Connections dialog box, double-click the Make New Connection icon. The Network Connection Wizard dialog box is displayed indicating the Wizard will help in creating a connection to other computers and networks enabling applications such as e-mail, web browsing, file sharing and printing.

Click Next>.

3.The Network Connection Type dialog box is displayed offering several connection options. Select the option which best describes the type of connection you are creating with this definition.

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The process for completing your Dial-Up Networking connection will vary based on the connection type selected in the previous step.

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