How to Connect to Wireless Internet From a Laptop

You can use your laptop without being plugged into anything.

Most laptops come equipped with a wireless modem that allows users to surf the Internet without being plugged into a network. Connecting to a wireless network in this case is a straightforward process. It involves

Things You'll Need

• Laptop
• Pen
• Paper
• Wifi Adapter
• Wireless router

Instructions

1. Click the "Network" icon in the system tray of your Windows computer.

2. Click the wireless network you want to use and click "Connect."

3. Enter the security key or pass code if prompted and click "OK." You should see a message confirming that you are connected to the wireless network you specified.

4. Click "Start" and then "Control Panel" to confirm the process. Under Network and Sharing Center, click the "View network computers and devices" link. You should see your computer icon as part of the network you joined.

Tips & Warnings

• You can get the security key or pass code from the network administrator.

• You must be in range of a wireless network to get a clear Internet connection.

References

• Microsoft Windows: Add a Device or Computer to a Network