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12. Network Operation
12.1. What is a Network?
We talk about a network when multiple computers are directly connected to one
another. This allows users to transfer information and data with one another and to
share their resources (printers and drives).
Here are a few concrete examples:
In an office, messages are exchanged by e-mail and appointments are managed
centrally.
Users share one printer on the network and back up their data to a central
computer (server).
Two or more computers are connected to one another to play network games or
exchange data.
12.2. Wireless LAN (Wireless Network)
Wireless LAN is an optional feature. This function enables you to establish a network
connection to a corresponding remote station. Please read about the necessary
requirements.
The wireless LAN function is enabled and disabled via the Windows
®
8 menu and is
activated by default.
CAUTION!
Do not operate the WLAN function in locations (e.g.: hospitals,
planes, etc.) where there is sensitive equipment. Do not switch
the device unless you are sure it will cause no interference.
12.2.1. Requirements
A so-called WLAN access point may be used as a remote station. A WLAN access
point is a radio transmitting device that communicates with your Notebook and
controls access to the connected network.
WLAN access points are frequently found in large offices, airports, train stations,
universities or Internet cafés. They provide access to particular services and
networks or to the Internet.
Access permissions are generally necessary and often result in usage charges.
Access points often have built-in DSL modems. These so-called routers establish the
connection to the existing DSL Internet connection and the wireless LAN.
A connection can also be established to another end device with wireless LAN
functionality without an access point. Without a router, however, the network is
restricted to those devices directly connected to it.
The wireless network connection works in accordance with the IEEE 802.11n
or the
IEEE 802.11ac stanard.