How Do You Connect To The Internet Using A Router?
Configuring a router for Internet access is a common practice that any individual can accomplish. Most routers on the market today are configured in much the same way with some slight differences. It is important to consult your documentation in addition to reading this material to ensure success. Locate a source of power for your router and power it on. Your router must be located next to a telephone or cable outlet. Identify whether you are a Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) or a cable modem. If you have to connect your router to a telephone jack, you are a DSL customer. If you have to connect your router to a cable outlet, you are a broadband cable customer. Connect either the cable outlet from the wall to your router or connect the telephone cord from the wall to your router. Locate an unused port on the back of your router. Connect one side of the Ethernet cable to the empty port and the other side of the Ethernet cable to the back of your computer. Recycle the router by turning the
