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Connecting to the Internet - 41
C
ONNECTING TO THE
I
NTERNET
This chapter includes general information on types of
connections, and getting connected to the internet. For detailed
information, please refer to Network connections on page 86 .
Your computer’s built-in network features make it easy for you to
connect your computer to the internet.
First though, in order to connect to the internet from home, you’ll
need to sign up for internet services from an ISP (Internet Service
Provider) -- usually a phone or cable company -- that will have to
go to your home or office to set up internet service. The ISP will
install a small box, a router or modem, that will allow you to
connect to the internet.
Connecting to a wireless network
Connecting to a wireless LAN
A wireless LAN (or WLAN) is a wireless local area network , which
can link two or more computers without using wires. Once
connected to WLAN, you can access the internet. You can also
share files, other devices, and even your internet connection
itself.
Your computer's wireless connection is turned on by default and
Windows will detect and display a list of available networks during
setup. Select your network and enter the password if required.
Acer notebook computers feature a Flight mode hotkey that turns
the network connection on or off. You can use the network
Warning
Using wireless devices while flying in aircraft may be prohibited. All
wireless devices must be switched off before boarding an aircraft
and during take-off, as they may be dangerous to the operation of
the aircraft, disrupt communications, and even be illegal. You may
turn on your computer’s wireless devices only when informed that
it is safe to do so by the cabin crew.