Gateway 200 User Manual

Chapter 12: Networking Your Computer

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The biggest decision you need to make when creating your network is what 
type of connection you will use. Gateway supports both wired and wireless 
Ethernet (IEEE 802.11a or IEEE 802.11b) networks. Use the following criteria 
as a guide when selecting a network connection.

Create a wired Ethernet network if:

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You are building a new home or your existing home already has Ethernet 
cable installed in each room that has a device you want to connect

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You are creating a network in an office or business where network speed 
is more important than moving about with your computer

■

Your computer has an Ethernet jack for connecting to the network

Create a wireless Ethernet network if:

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You are looking for an alternative to installing cable for connectivity

■

The ability to move about with your computer is as important as network 
speed

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Your computer has wireless Ethernet for networking

For more information about selecting network connections 
in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support.

Type the keyword 

 or 

in the 

HelpSpot Search box 

, then click 

the arrow.