| Sometimes connecting your computer to the Internet can be the most difficult part of getting started. The New Connection Wizard simplifies the process, whether you want to set up a new connection using an existing account or select an Internet service provider (ISP) to set up a new account. In either case, you will need to obtain connection information from your ISP or your system administrator. Create a Connection to the Internet -
| | Click the Start button, point to All Programs, point to Accessories, point to Communications, and then click New Connection Wizard. | -
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| | Click the Connect To The Internet option, and then click Next. | -
| | Click the Set Up My Connection Manually option or click one of the ISP options, and then click Next. | -
| | Select the dial-up or broadband option in which you want to sign up, and then click Next. | -
| | Type a connection name , and then click Next. | -
| | Type a phone number for a dial-up connection, and then click Next. | -
| | Click the Anyone's Use option to share the connection, or click the My Use Only option to create a private connection, and then click Next. | -
| | Type your user name and password, select the connection options you want, and then click Next. | -
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