60 Setting Up and Using Your ComputerSetting Up a Network in the Microsoft® Windows® XPOperating System1 Click Start→ All Programs→ Accessories→ Communications→ NetworkSetup Wizard→ Next→ Checklist for creating a network.NOTE: Selecting the connection method labeled This computer connectsdirectly to the Internet enables the integrated firewall provided with Windows XPService Pack 2 (SP2).2 Complete the checklist.3 Return to the Network Setup Wizard and follow the instructions in the wizard.Setting Up a Network in the Windows Vista® Operating System1 Click Start , and then click Connect To→ Set up a connection ornetwork.2 Select an option under Choose a connection option.3 Click Next, and then follow the instructions in the wizard.Connecting to the InternetNOTE: ISPs and ISP offerings vary by country.To connect to the Internet, you need a modem or network connection and anInternet service provider (ISP). Your ISP will offer one or more of thefollowing Internet connection options:• DSL connections that provide high-speed Internet access through your existingtelephone line or cellular telephone service. With a DSL connection, you canaccess the Internet and use your telephone on the same line simultaneously.• Cable modem connections that provide high-speed Internet accessthrough your local cable TV line.• Satellite modem connections that provide high-speed Internet accessthrough a satellite television system.• Dial-up connections that provide Internet access through a telephone line.Dial-up connections are considerably slower than DSL and cable(or satellite) modem connections.• Wireless LAN connections that provide Internet access using Bluetooth®wireless technology.
