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Setting Up and Using Your Computer 23
Network Setup Wizard
The Microsoft
®
Windows
®
XP operating system provides a Network Setup Wizard to guide you through the
process of sharing files, printers, or an Internet connection between computers in a home or small office.
1
Click the
Start
button, point to
All Programs
→
Accessories
→
Communications
, and then click
Network Setup Wizard
.
2
On the welcome screen, click
Next
.
3
Click
Checklist for creating a network
.
NOTE: Selecting the connection method This computer connects directly to the Internet enables the integrated
firewall provided with Windows XP Service Pack.
4
Complete the checklist and required preparations.
5
Return to the
Network Setup Wizard
and follow the instructions on the screen.
Transferring Information to a New Computer
The Microsoft
®
Windows
®
XP operating system provides a Files and Settings Transfer Wizard to move
data from a source computer to a new computer. You can transfer data, such as:
• E-mail messages
• Toolbar settings
• Window sizes
• Internet bookmarks
1 network adapter connector on
computer
2 network adapter connector 3 network device
4 network cable
3
1
4
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