Experiment - 76 :- Installing and Configuring Internet on a PC

 Installing and Configuring Internet on a PC

Objective:

To successfully connect a PC to the internet using both wired (Ethernet) and wireless (Wi-Fi) methods.

Materials Needed:

• A PC (Windows, macOS, or Linux)
• Ethernet cable (for wired connection)
• Wi-Fi router (for wireless connection)
• Internet service provider (ISP) account
• Network credentials (SSID and password for Wi-Fi)
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Procedure:

Part 1: Wired Connection

1. Connect the Ethernet Cable:

   • Plug one end of the Ethernet cable into the Ethernet port on your PC.
   • Plug the other end into an available LAN port on your router.

2. Check Network Settings:

   • Windows:
     • Go to Settings > Network & Internet > Status.
     • Click on Network and Sharing Center.
     • Ensure that the Ethernet connection is listed and shows as connected.
   • macOS:
     • Go to System Preferences > Network.
     • Select Ethernet from the list on the left and check the status.
   • Linux:
     • Open a terminal and type ifconfig or ip a to check if the Ethernet interface is up.

3. Test the Connection:

   • Open a web browser and try to access a website (e.g., www.google.com).
   • If the page loads, the wired connection is successful.

Part 2: Wireless Connection

1. Access Wi-Fi Settings:

   • Windows:
     • Click on the Wi-Fi icon in the system tray.
     • Select your Wi-Fi network from the list.
   • macOS:
     • Click on the Wi-Fi icon in the menu bar.
     • Select your Wi-Fi network from the dropdown.
   • Linux:
     • Click on the network icon in the system tray and select your Wi-Fi network.

2. Enter Network Credentials:

   • Input the Wi-Fi password when prompted and connect to the network.

3. Check Network Settings:

   • Ensure that the Wi-Fi connection is active and shows as connected.
   • You can check the IP address assigned to your device in the network settings.

4. Test the Connection:

   • Open a web browser and try to access a website.
   • If the page loads, the wireless connection is successful.

Troubleshooting:

• If you cannot connect:
  • Check that the Ethernet cable is securely connected.
  • Restart your router and PC.
  • Ensure that the Wi-Fi password is entered correctly.
  • Check for any network adapter issues in Device Manager (Windows) or System Preferences (macOS).
  • Run the network troubleshooter (Windows) or use the Network Diagnostics tool (macOS).

Conclusion:

By following the steps outlined in this experiment, you should be able to successfully install and configure internet access on your PC using both wired and wireless methods. Document any issues encountered and how they were resolved for future reference.