How can I configure networked Windows computers for internet access through a school proxy server?
• Find out the IP address and port number of your proxy server from your network administrator. • Make sure TCP/IP is loaded on your computer: • Right click the Network Neighborhood on the desktop and choose “Properties” • Scroll through the list of installed network components and make sure the list includes TCP/IP for the ethernet card in your computer. • If is is not already installed, double click “Add,” choose “Protocol,” and select the manufacturer of your card and the TCP/IP protocol. You may need an installer disk that came with your ethernet card to complete this installation. • Restart your computer • For Win 98: • Go to the Start menu, choose Settings, Control Panels, double click Internet Options, choose the Connections tab, click the LAN Settings button. • Check the box beside”Use a Proxy Server” and enter the correct address / port: • Click OK twice. Internet Explorer should now access live webpages directly through your school proxy. • For Win95: Launch the web browser y
