Notebook Essentials

Notebook Essentials 17
Chapter 3: Networking
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Internet hardware and software features vary depending on computer model and your
location.
The computer supports two types of Internet access:
■ Wireless—For mobile Internet access, you can use a wireless connection. To learn
about adding the computer to an existing network or setting up a wireless network, refer
to the “Connecting to an existing wireless network” section or the “Setting up a wireless
network” section.
■ Wired—You can access the Internet by connecting to a broadband network using the
RJ-45 (network) jack.
The networking features of the computer enable you to access high-speed broadband Internet
service providers with the following types of connections:
■ Cable modem
■ Digital Subscriber Line (DSL)
■ Satellite
■ Other services
Broadband access may require additional hardware or software provided by your Internet
service provider (ISP).
Choosing the type of Internet access