Methods used to gain Internet Access

• a dial up connection to the internet requires a modern and a special protocol called PPP (point to point protocol)

• things needed to initiate dial up connection

              a.an installed dial up adapter

              b.the correct telephone number to dial the internet connection

              c.the TCP/IP protocol installed

              d.the TCP/IP settings from the ISP

              e. a valid user name and password

2. DSL networking

•  digital subscriber line

•  always on internet access method that uses a phone line to deliver high speed internet access

•  things needed to initiate DSL connection

               a. DSL modem

               b. Network card

               c. UTP cable

               d. information on how to configure the network connection for the DSL service

3. Cable networking

• similar with DSL, it is an always on internet access method that provides high speed internet access

• things needed to initiate cable connection:

             A.subscription to a cable company

             B.cable modem

             C.network card

             D.information on configuring the addressing of the system

4.Wireless connection

• wireless internet access is becoming increasingly popular in populated areas where a single wireless access point can provide service to a large number of people

•  things needed to initiate wireless connection:

              a.wireless network card

              b.account with an ISP providing wireless connection