SMALL STEPS. USEFUL SKILLS.
Connect to Wi-Fi
Join a home, work or public wireless network.
Use the pictures where shown. Follow the short instructions between them.
STEP 1 OF 9
Open Start
Select the Windows logo on the taskbar at the bottom of the screen.
The Start button may be at the left of the taskbar on your computer.
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STEP 1
Open Start
Select the Windows logo on the taskbar at the bottom of the screen.
The Start button may be at the left of the taskbar on your computer.
STEP 2
Open Settings
Select Settings (the grey cog) in the Start menu.
If you cannot see it, type Settings straight away and press Enter.
STEP 3
Open Network & internet
Select Network & internet in the list on the left.
STEP 4
Open Wi-Fi
Select Wi-Fi.
STEP 5
Make sure Wi-Fi is on
If the Wi-Fi switch says Off, select it so it turns On.
STEP 6
Show the networks
Select Show available networks.
STEP 7
Choose your network
Select the name of your Wi-Fi network.
Speedperform is an example network name.
STEP 8
Select Connect
STEP 9
Enter the password
Type the Wi-Fi password in the box, then select Next.
The password is usually on a sticker on your router.
IF SOMETHING LOOKS DIFFERENT
A little help along the way.
Your menus may look different after an update. Look for the same control name and take your time.
I cannot find that option+
Check that this guide covers your device and software. If the names do not match, use the manufacturer’s instructions linked below for your model.
I need to go back a step+
Use Previous step or select a step number above. This changes the guide only; it does not undo anything on your device.
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They are example screens showing exactly where to click. Your names, apps, wallpaper and layout may look a little different, but the options you need are the same. Some pictures show what you should see after a step.