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Computer Basics -

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If you wish to use an ISP of your own, please refer to the instructions

supplied with the installation pack. Avoid using several ISPs.

Connection Types

Depending on your computer model, your location and your

communication needs, you have several ways to connect to the

Internet.

Dial-Up

Most computers include a standard dial-up connector. This allows

you to connect to the Internet using the telephone line. With a dial-

up connection, you cannot use the modem and the telephone

simultaneously on a single phone line. This type of connection is

recommended only if you have limited use of the Internet as the

connection speed is low and connection time is typically charged

per hour.

DSL

DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) is an "always-on" connection that runs

over the phone line. As DSL and phone do not use the same

frequencies, you can use your telephone at the same time you are

connected to the Internet . To be eligible for DSL, you must be

located near a phone company's central office (service is sometimes

unavailable in rural areas). Connection speeds vary depending on

your location, but DSL generally provides very fast and reliable

Internet connection (download speeds are significantly higher than

upload speeds). As the connection is always-on, it is generally

charged at fixed monthly rates.

Cable

A cable connection provides fast and "always-on" Internet service

via a cable television line. This service is generally available in large

cities. You can use your telephone and watch cable TV at the same

time you are connected to the Internet. As it is a shared

connection, the connection speed can slow down when lots of

people in the same neighbourhood are online.

LAN

A LAN

(Local Area Network)

is a group of computers (for

example, within an office building or home) that share a common

communications line and resources. When you set up a network,

you can share files, peripheral devices (such as a printer) and an

Internet connection. You can set up a LAN using wired tech-

nologies (such as Ethernet) or wireless technologies (such as Wi-Fi

or Bluetooth).

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi (short for "wireless fidelity") is an increasingly popular type of

wireless local area network (WLAN) that uses the 802.11 standard.

Setting up a Wi-Fi network is easy and allows you to share files,

peripheral devices and an Internet connection. If you have a

notebook computer, you can even surf the Internet from anywhere

in your home or even in your backyard! To set up your network or

access Wi-Fi in a public place, you need one of the following

hardware devices (some of these may already be supplied with your

computer):

• Memory card (Compact Flash, SD card, etc.): insert it into a

memory card reader.

• USB adapter: plug it into a USB port.
• PCI Network Card: insert it into a PCI slot on your computer's

motherboard.

• Router ("network access point"): plug it to a USB, or Ethernet

port, or to your modem.

Surf the Net!

To surf the Internet, you need a program called an Internet browser.

The browser included on your computer is

Microsoft

Internet

Explorer

. To open your browser, press the Internet button on your

keyboard (where available), or click on Start > Internet.

Packard Bell Website

To get you started why not visit our website, www.packardbell.com!

Packard Bell is dedicated to provide you with on-going personalised

support. Check out our Support section to get help tailored to your

needs:

✓

My PC Support

can recognize your computer serial number and

instantly give you all information specific to your computer!

✓

The

Troubleshooter

can help you find solutions in case you have

a problem with your computer (may not be available in all coun-

tries).

✓

Enter keywords in the

box and find all the support arti-

cles related to your search!

✓

Enter the

Downloads

area to search for and download driver

updates for your computer, as well as patches and upgrades for

programs and firmware.

✓

Share your experiences with other Packard Bell users and find

help in the

User Forum

✓

You can also search for product information by range or category,

read about your warranty and find contact information.

To learn more about the latest technologies offered by Packard Bell,

check out our

Product Showroom

. With the

Shopping

section, you

can also locate a store near you, or get the latest Packard Bell

products in a few clicks!

www.packardbell.com is your gateway to a world of online activities

and services: visit us regularly for the latest information and

downloads!

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Setup my PC

To make it easy, Packard Bell has gathered all

important setup steps into one application! To launch

Setup my PC

, simply click on the icon on your

desktop. If you skip some steps, you can return to the

application at any time by clicking on this icon, or

from the Start menu and Control Panel.

A wizard will guide you through the steps to install your Internet

access, antivirus software, telephone and gaming programs, run

Info-

Centre

and

Master CD/DVD Creator

, and print your

PC Identity

Card

. Simply select the items you wish to setup and follow the

prompts!

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Many businesses, schools, airports, hotels, and fast-
food facilities offer public access to Wi-Fi networks. If
you have a Wi-Fi notebook, you can connect to the
Internet in these "hot spots". Many charge a daily or
hourly rate for access, but some are free.