With that out of the way, you
should be able to connect to the new network by the same name and
save its encryption settings for next time.
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If you frequently connect to different wireless networks, use
the Network and Sharing Center (shown in Figure 7-12 and
discussed in Chapter 8) to quickly switch between Public
and Private modes.
Windows loses its wireless connection when the phone rings. If you??™re using
a cordless telephone, it??™s likely the older 2.4 Ghz variety. 802.11b/g/n
wireless networks operate on the same frequency, so move the cordless
base station away from the router. For best results, replace your old
phone with a new WiFi-friendly 5.8 Ghz model.
Windows connects, but the Internet doesn??™t work. If you seem to be getting
a solid wireless connection, but you can??™t load any web pages or
check your email, open the Network and Sharing Center, shown in
Figure 7-12. Now, this window is mostly a ???home base??? of sorts that
provides links to the other networking tools discussed in this chapter and
the sharing tools discussed in Chapter 8, but the Access line right in the
middle of the window is a quick way to diagnose this particular problem.
Figure 7-12. The Network and Sharing Center shows the status of your LAN connection,
your Internet connection, and your sharing options, and provides links to most of
Windows??™ networking tools
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If it says Local and Internet on the Access line, then the problem is
likely not with Windows, but rather with your Internet connection.
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