ConnectionsTools |
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
Communications
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
ConnectionsStart
Communications
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.