How to Connect to the Internet Wirelessly in Windows 7

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This article will show you how to connect to WiFi in Windows 7.

1

Click the WiFi icon.

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    The notification area is usually at the bottom-right corner of your screen on the taskbar.
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2

Select a network to connect to.

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    All of the networks in-range will appear here.
3

Click the "Connect" button.

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    If a password is not required to join, you'll be connected instantly.
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4

Enter the network's password if prompted.

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    Some networks allow you to connect by pressing a button on the router. If this is the case, a message explaining this will show in the connection box.
5

Click "OK" to initiate the connection.

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    Once you're connected, you can browse the web.
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    My Windows 7 PC won't connect to the internet. How can I troubleshoot that?
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    Right-click on the WiFi/Internet icon in the taskbar and select "Troubleshoot problems." Any problems should be found by the troubleshooter and some may be fixed.
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    What if the network we want to connect is not on the list, even though it is really close to the PC?
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    Try rebooting the cablemodem. After it's fully reset, do a "Refresh" on the wireless network list. If it still doesn't show up, reboot your computer.
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    WiFi is not even an option on my Windows, why is that?
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    What Windows do you have? Also, your network adapter might not be compatible with WiFi. You might need to either buy a new network card or check if there is a specific adapter that might be used.
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