You can use the Set Up a Connection or Network wizard in any of the following scenarios:
• To connect to the Internet via broadband or dialup (modem)
• To set up a new network connection through a router or access point
• To manually connect to a hidden wireless network or create a new wireless profile
• To connect to a business network using either a dial-up or virtual private network (VPN) connection
You will usually only have to do this once,
when you connect to a network or configure your router or access point
the first time. The Set up a new network link polls your network to find available routers, modems, and access points that you can connect to.
The Set Up a Connection or Network wizard
To set up a network
1. Open the Network and Sharing Center panel, as described earlier.
2. In the Change Your Network Settings section of the Network and Sharing Center panel, click the Set up a new connection or network link.
The Set Up a Connection or Network wizard appears .
3. Tap or click the Manually connect to a wireless network link .
The Manually Connect to a Wireless Network dialog box
4. Enter the information required for your wireless network, then tap or click Next.
If you have difficulty getting the password right, deselect the Hide Characters check box to see what you are typing.
5. Windows 8 posts a success dialog box; click Close to complete the process.
The Connect to a workplace link lets you connect either by using a secure VPN connection or by dialing directly with a modem .
The Connect to a Workplace dialog box lets you connect to another network via VPN or dial-up.
