Chapter 9. Getting Connected to the Internet

The Internet is a global network that enables you to read World Wide Web pages, send e-mail messages, and have a vast world of information at your fingertips. This chapter shows you how to get your computer connected to the Internet.

Getting Connected to the Internet
  • Understanding Internet Connections 190

  • Get an Internet Connection Started 192

  • Create a Wireless Connection 194

  • Create a Broadband Connection 196

  • Create a Dial-Up Connection 198

  • Connect to the Internet 200

  • Disconnect from the Internet 201

  • Make Your Internet Connection More Secure 202

Understanding Internet Connections

Before you connect to the Internet, you need to know how to set up ...

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