Special Edition Using Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional, Third Edition

Chapter 8. Internet and TCP/IP Connection Options

In this chapter

• Going World Wide

• Connection Technologies

• Choosing an Internet Service Provider

• Choosing Equipment

• Ordering the Service

• Installing the Hardware

• Configuring Your Internet Connection

• Adjusting Dial-Up Connection Properties

• Configuring a High-Speed Connection

• Making and Ending a Dial-Up Connection

• Changing the Default Connection

• Managing Multiple Internet Connections

• Using Multiple Modems or ISDN Channels Simultaneously

• Troubleshooting

• Tips from the Windows Pros: Staying Connected While Traveling Abroad

Going World Wide

Hooking up to the Internet used to be a privilege afforded only to universities and corporations. Now, it's an essential part of owning and using any PC, and it's available to virtually ...