Wireless networks44English Wireless networksConnecting to the InternetYour computer's wireless connection is turned on by default.Windows will detect and display a list of available networks during setup.Select your network and enter the password if required.Otherwise, open Internet Explorer and follow the instructions.Please refer to your ISP or router documentation.Wireless networksA wireless LAN or WLAN is a wireless local area network, which may linktwo or more computers without using wires. Setting up a wireless networkis easy and allows you to share files, peripheral devices and an Internetconnection.What are benefits of a wireless network?MobilityWireless LAN systems allow you and other users of your home network toshare access to files and devices connected to the network, for example aprinter or scanner.Also you can share an internet connection with other computers in your home.Installation speed and simplicityInstalling a wireless LAN system can be fast and easy and eliminates theneed to pull cables through walls and ceilings.Components of a wireless LANTo set up your Wireless network at home you need to have the following:Access point (router)Access points (routers) are two-way transceivers that broadcast data into thesurrounding environment. Access points act as a mediator between wiredand wireless network. Most routers have a built-in DSL modem that will allowyou access to a high speed DSL internet connection. The ISP (InternetService Provider) you have chosen normally supplies a modem/router withthe subscription to their services. Read carefully the documentation suppliedwith your Access point/router for detailed setup instructions.
