ConnectionsTools

ConnectionsTools

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To establish and configure connections, you can use the New Connection Wizard or, in the case of existing connections, the Network Connections Folder.

New Connection Wizard

This tool is used to create connections and can be opened several ways:

Start Control Panel Network Connections New Connection Wizard

Start All Programs Accessories Communications New Connection Wizard

Windows Explorer right-click on My Network Places Properties New Connection Wizard

Network Connections Folder File New Connection

Nework Connections Folder

This folder displays existing connections and allows you to enable, disable, rename, configure, and view the status of connections by right-clicking on them. Configuration options depend on the type of connection and are discussed in more detail under ConnectionsTasks . Repairing a connection refreshes the stored configuration information concerning the connection and renews registration with network services. For example, if you repair a local area connection, it tries to refresh its DHCP lease; clears its ARP, NetBIOS, and DNS caches; and attempts to reregister with DNS and WINS servers.

You can open the Network Connections folder two ways:

Start Control Panel double-click Network Connections

Start All Programs Accessories Communications Network Connections

The Advanced menu option on the folder lets you specify TAPI location information, configure callback and other remote access features for incoming connections, display network identification information for the machine, rearrange network bindings, bridge LAN or high-speed Internet connections, and install optional networking services.