104 Exploring Your Computer’s Features
Setting up for communications
Setting up for communications
To connect to the Internet you need:
❖A browser or communications program
❖An Internet Service Provider (ISP) or online service if you plan
to use the Internet
❖A way to connect to the ISP (for example Wi-Fi®/broadband
connection, etc.)
Connect to the Internet
Wireless connectivity and some features may require you to
purchase additional software, external hardware or services.
Availability of public wireless LAN access points may be limited.
Follow the steps below to set up your Wireless connection.
1Move your pointer to the upper-right corner of the screen or
swipe in from the right edge. When the Windows® charms
appear, click the Settings ( ) charm.
2Click or touch the Wi-Fi () icon.
The Networks screen appears.
3Select your network.
4Click or touch Connect.
5Enter the network security key (if applicable).
6Click or touch Next.
Your computer should then be connected.
To enable or disable wireless communication, use the F12 key. For
more information see “TOSHIBA Function Keys” on page 147.
When Airplane mode is OFF, the wireless indicator light will be
lit.
For help with common Wi-Fi® networking problems, see “Wireless
networking problems” on page 137.
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