Acer AN515-45, User Manual

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your computer, or may require an external device, such as a USB
modem or even an appropriately equipped mobile phone.
Network connections
A LAN (Local Area Network) is a group of computers (for example,
within an office building or home) that share a common
communications line and resources. When you set up a network,
you can share files, peripheral devices (such as a printer) and an
internet connection. You can set up a LAN using wired
technologies (such as Ethernet) or wireless technologies (such as
Wi-Fi or Bluetooth).
Wireless networks
A wireless LAN or WLAN is a wireless local area network, which
may link two or more computers without using wires. Setting up a
wireless network is easy and allows you to share files, peripheral
devices and an internet connection.
What are benefits of a wireless network?
Mobility
Wireless LAN systems allow you and other users of your home
network to share access to files and devices connected to the
network, for example a printer or scanner.
Also you can share an internet connection with other computers
in your home.
Installation speed and simplicity
Installing a wireless LAN system can be fast and easy and
eliminates the need to pull cables through walls and ceilings.
Note
If your computer includes a SIM card slot, you require a compatible SIM card
and a contract with a cellular provider.
Before using the cellular features, check with your service provider to see if
any additional charges will be incurred, especially roaming charges.