Setting Up and Using Networks 91Setting Up and Using NetworksSetting up a computer network provides connectivity between your computerand the Internet, another computer, or a network. For example, with anetwork set up in a home or small office you can print to a shared printer,access drives and files on another computer, browse other networks, or accessthe Internet. You can set up a local area network (LAN) using a network orbroadband modem cable or set up a wireless LAN (WLAN).Your operating system provides a wizard to help guide you through theprocess of networking computers. For more information about Networking,access Windows® Help and Support (click Start , and then click Help andSupport).Connecting a Network or Broadband ModemCableBefore you connect your computer to a network, the computer must have anetwork adapter installed and a network cable connected to it.1 Connect the network cable to the network adapter connector on the backof your computer.NOTE: Insert the cable connector until it clicks into place, and then gentlypull on the cable to ensure that it is securely attached.2 Connect the other end of the network cable to a network connectiondevice or a network wall connector.NOTE: Do not use a network cable with a telephone wall connector.
