S et ti ng Up and Using Your Computer 372 On the welcome screen, click Next.3 On the Which computer is this? screen, select New Computer, andthen click Next.4 Follow the instructions on the screen.Setting Up a Home and Office NetworkWith Windows XPWindows XP provides a Network Setup Wizard to guide you through theprocess of sharing files, printers, or an Internet connection betweencomputers in a home or small office.1 Click the Start button, point to All Programs→ Accessories→ Communications, and then click Network Setup Wizard.2 On the welcome screen, click Next.3 Click checklist for creating a network.HINT: Selecting the Thiscomputer connectsdirectly to the Internetconnection methodenables the integratedfirewall provided withWindows XP.4 Complete the checklist and required preparations, and then return tothe Network Setup Wizard.5 Follow the instructions on the screen.Connecting to the Internet HINT: ISPs vary bycountry.To connect to the Internet, you need a modem or network connection andan Internet service provider (ISP), such as AOL or MSN. Your ISP will offerone or more of the following Internet connection options:• Dial-up connections that provide Internet access through a phone line.Dial-up connections are considerably slower than DSL and cablemodem connections.• DSL connections that provide high-speed Internet access throughyour existing phone line. With a DSL connection, you can access theInternet and use your phone on the same line simultaneously.• Cable modem connections that provide high-speed Internet accessthrough your local cable TV line.1H018bk3.book Page 37 Monday, October 14, 2002 2:26 PM
