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Chapter 14. Getting Connected

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Going Worldwide

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 everyone.

In this chapter, you’ll ...

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Going Worldwide	394
Connection Technologies	394
Choosing an Internet Service Provider	398
Choosing Equipment	400
Ordering the Service	401
Installing the Hardware	401
Configuring Your Internet Connection	406
Adjusting Dial-Up Connection Properties	409
Configuring a High-Speed Connection	411
Making and Ending a Dial-Up Connection	416
Changing the Default Connection	418
Managing Multiple Internet Connections	419
Troubleshooting	420
Tips from the Windows Pros: Staying Connected While Traveling Abroad	421