How to configure the Internet in Windows 7

To become an Internet user, signing a contract with a local provider and deciding on a tariff is not enough. It is also important to know how to set up a network on a particular version of Windows. Today's companies are trying to provide services so that customers can quickly set up a connection.

Among other things, users have questions about setting up the Internet on Windows via WiFi. It does not cause any special difficulties, but some technical nuances should be considered.

Internet on Windows 7 via WiFi

A laptop running Windows 7 cannot fully function without an Internet connection. The fact is that this OS allows you to integrate all services in one place.

The setup after reinstallation will look like this, step by step:

• Left-click on the "Network" icon
• Select a WiFi hotspot on Windows
• Enter the WiFi password
• If the connection data to the router is correct, the laptop will connect to the Internet

Alternative option for setting up the Internet via WiFi

Experienced users can also try another way to configure the WiFi on the laptop after reinstalling Windows 7. It is more difficult to create such a switch, but it helps to increase the internet speed on the laptop. To do this, you need to:

• Right-click on the tray and look for "Network Control Center”
• By selecting "Setting up a new connection", give preference to setting up the router manually. It is necessary to get high Internet speeds via WiFi.
• In the window that appears, write the access point's name to the router, the type of encryption, and security.

In the same way, you can change the settings of the connection that was created after reinstalling Windows 7. To do this, click on the button of the selected connection and change the settings in the "Properties" tab. The maximum upload speed of the router is guaranteed.

If the connection does not appear, look for causes. First of all, check whether the device has a special adapter. The Device Manager will show its presence. In addition, the wireless network card should be on the list. In addition, the adapter can be disabled, then you need to turn it on forcibly (using BIOS or the appropriate key combination).

The connection to the Internet can also be due to a weak signal (if the room has thick walls or the device is located far away from the laptop location). The most trivial reason is an incorrect password that the user entered.

Additional Internet connection options

Of course, you can use more than just a wireless Internet connection after reinstalling the system on your computer. There are other options as well.

You can set up a high-speed connection in a few steps:

• Click on "Start" and go to Control Panel
• On the "Network" tab, view the connection status
• Start setting up a new connection. To do this, select "Connect to a network" and click "Next”
• Choose PPPoE, which provides high-speed data exchange
• Write down the password and login written in the contract documents.
• Press the "Connect" button.

In any case, you need to know the information to access the Internet. Although there are exceptions to the rules, in particular wireless access without a password. Such WiFi can be found in cafes, cinemas, and railway stations. At home, the use of a password and login is highly desirable.

Possible problems

When organizing an Internet network, problems can arise. Subject to inspection:

• A firewall often comes with an anti-virus program. When creating a new connection, the firewall can block it. The utility settings can be adjusted if necessary.
• Operation of hardware drivers. If they are not functioning properly, you may not have Internet access.
• Presence of viruses on your PC. They can restrict access to virtual space.

If these steps do not help, the steps from the instructions must be repeated.