Windows 7 Step by Step- P6

Windows 7 Step by Step- P6: Experience learning made easy and quickly teach yourself the essentials of working with Windows 7. With STEP BY STEP, you set the pace building and practicing the skills you need, just when you need them! Learn to manage windows and folders, sort and filter files, create an efficient Windows working environment, and safely access the Internet. You’ll learn how to install and manage software and hardware, create and manage homegroups, share content with other computers and computer users, and instantly locate content stored on your PC or network. You’ll also learn how to fine-tune...
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Windows 7 Step by Step- P6 Connecting to the Internet 201 Connecting to the Internet Internet access has become prevalent in workplaces and homes around the world . Many companies have an Internet presence (a Web site) and use Internet-based services to streamline operations . In the past, many employers were concerned that allowing Internet access from company-owned computers would mean a loss of productivity, because people could receive and send personal e-mail messages, divulge privileged information, indulge in surreptitious Web surfing, or download objectionable content . These days, more and more employers are coming to the conclusion that Internet access can actually enhance the productivity of people in some jobs, and many companies now provide organization-wide access . In addition, Internet access is fast becoming one of the primary reasons for buying a home computer . Setting up a connection from your computer to the Internet is easier than ever with Windows 7 . The most difficult part of the process will likely be finding out what types of connections are available from Internet service providers (ISPs) in your area and deciding which one you want to use . To use the Internet, you must connect your computer to the ISP by using one of the following types of connections: l Wired connection If your computer PC has an Ethernet adapter, you can physically connect the computer to a router by using an Ethernet cable . You can connect the computer directly to the router, to a network switch that is connected to the router, or to a network socket that is connected to the router (usually via cables hidden in the walls) . The router handles the connection to the ISP . l Wireless connection If your computer has a wireless network adapter, you can establish a cable-free connection to a wireless router . The wireless router may be connected by an Ethernet cable to another router that handles the connection to the ISP, or directly to the incoming connection (for example, to a cable service outlet) . l Dial-up If your computer has a telephone modem and your ISP offers dial-up access, you can physically connect the computer to a telephone socket by using a standard telephone cord . The modem establishes a connection to the ISP through your telephone line by placing a phone call . The connection is active only for the duration of the phone call .Please purchase PDF Split-Merge on www.verypdf.com to remove this watermark. 202 Chapter 6 Connect to the Web Whichever type of connection you use, you can set it up from the Network And Sharing Center . The Network And Sharing Center, showing typical network and Internet connections. You can open the Network And Sharing Center in the following ways: l In Control Panel, click Network And Internet, and then click Network And Sharing Center . l On the Start menu, enter network in the Start menu Search box, and then click Network And Sharing Center in the search results list . To create an Internet connection through an ISP, you need to first set up an account directly with the ISP, who will provide the information you need to complete the con- nection process in the Network And Sharing Center, such as: l The specific IP address or the address of the DHCP server l DNS addresses and domain names l POP3 or IMAP settings for incoming e-mail l SMTP settings for outgoing e-mailPlease purchase PDF Split-Merge on www.verypdf.com to remove this watermark. Setting Up Internet Explorer 8 203 Tip Depending on the area in which you live, you may have access to several ISPs. If you’re looking for an ISP, your telephone service provider and your cable television provider are good places to start. You might also have options through a satellite television service provider, a satellite broadband service provider, or a ...