Windows 8 In Depth

Configuring a High-Speed Connection

If you’re using an Ethernet network adapter to connect your computer to a DSL or cable Internet service, the installer might set up your computer for you. “Self-install” providers give you a set of instructions specific to your service. We can give you a general idea of what’s required.

If your broadband service uses a network adapter (that is, an Ethernet adapter) to connect to a cable or DSL modem, you must take the following steps to secure your computer from hackers.

1. Right-click the network icon in the taskbar and then click Open Network and Sharing Center.

2. Under View Your Active Networks, there should be an entry named Network, and at the right, after Connections, should be the name of your Ethernet ...