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Chapter 3. connecting to the internet, Wired connection – Lenovo V560 Notebook User Manual

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Chapter 3. Connecting to the Internet

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:

use physical wiring to connect.

Wireless network technology:

connect without wiring.

Wired connection

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Wired connections are a reliable and safe way to connect the computer to the Internet.

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Hardware connection:

Cable

DSL

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Software configuration

Consult your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for details on how to configure your computer.

Cable

Cable Internet services use 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.

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TV cable

Splitter *

Cable modem *

* Not supplied.

Telephone line

Splitter *

DSL modem *