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Chapter 3. Using the computer network
As a global network, the Internet connects computers worldwide, providing services such as
e-mailing, information searching, electronic commerce, Web browsing and entertainment.
You can connect the computer to the Internet in the following ways:
Wired connection: uses physical wiring to connect.
Wireless network technology: connect without wiring.
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Wired connection is a reliable and safe way to connect the computer to the Internet. Generally,
the following two accessing methods are widely used.
Hardware connection:
Cable DSL
Software configuration
Ask your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for details on how to configure your computer.
Cable Cable Internet service uses a cable modem connected to the residential cable TV
line.
DSL DSL is a family of related technologies that bring high-speed network access to
homes and small businesses over ordinary telephone lines.
Note: The above diagrams are for reference only. Actual connection method may vary.
TV cable
Splitter*
cable modem*
*
Telepho
ne line
Splitter*
DSL modem*
*
* Not supplied.