How to Set Up Wireless Internet With a Mac
Apple computers can easily be set up for wireless access by adding new networks to your network system preferences. Wi-Fi access allows you to connect to any available network in your area or join closed networks as long as you have the network key. When setting up your network, it is highly recommended to have your firewall turned on to prevent others from intercepting your personal information.
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Instructions
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Connect your Airport base station to your DSL or cable modem. Your computer will automatically detect the Airport base station and run the Airport utility program to configure Airport.
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Click the "Apple" icon at the top of your screen and select "System Preferences" from the drop-down menu.
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Click the "Network" icon located in the "Internet & Wireless" section. Click the menu tab next to "Network Name" and select "Join other network" from the drop-down menu.
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Type in the network name and select the type of security on the network. Many home wireless networks use either WEP password security or WPA Personal mode.
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Enter your wireless network's password and click the "Join" button.
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Click the "Advanced" button at the bottom of the window, check the box next to "Remember networks this computer has joined" and click the "OK" button.
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Check the box next to "Show AirPort status in menu bar."
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Tips & Warnings
To edit existing network names or password, click the name of the network you wish to edit, and click the pencil icon located underneath the network names.
