12 Setting Up and Using Your Computerw w w . d e l l . c o m | s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o mNetwork Setup WizardThe Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system provides a Network Setup Wizard to guide youthrough the process of sharing files, printers, or an Internet connection between computers in ahome or small office.1 Click the Start button, point to All Programs→ Accessories→ Communications, and thenclick Network Setup Wizard.2 On the welcome screen, click Next.3 Click Checklist for creating a network.NOTE: Selecting the connection method This computer connects directly to the Internet enables theintegrated firewall provided with Windows XP Service Pack 1 (SP1).4 Complete the checklist and required preparations.5 Return to the Network Setup Wizard and follow the instructions on the screen.Connecting to the InternetNOTE: ISPs and ISP offerings vary by country.To connect to the Internet, you need a modem or network connection and an Internet serviceprovider (ISP), such as AOL or MSN. Your ISP will offer one or more of the following Internetconnection options:• Dial-up connections that provide Internet access through a telephone line. Dial-upconnections are considerably slower than DSL and cable modem connections.network devicenetwork adapter connector on computernetwork cablenetwork adapter connector
