How do I connect to the internet on a newly installed Ubuntu?
In Ubuntu, you can connect to the internet using the following methods:
- Through an Ethernet connection: If your computer has an Ethernet port, you can use a cable to connect your computer to a router or modem. In most cases, Ubuntu will automatically detect the Ethernet connection and configure it. If it does not configure automatically, you can right-click on the network icon at the top of the desktop, select “Wired Networks,” and enable the Ethernet connection.
- Connect via Wi-Fi: If your computer has a Wi-Fi adapter, you can connect to a Wi-Fi network by following these steps.
- Click on the network icon at the top of the desktop, then select “Wi-Fi Settings.” If you cannot see the network icon, use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+Alt+T to open the terminal, then enter the command “nm-connection-editor” to open the network settings.
- In the “Wi-Fi” tab, locate and select the Wi-Fi network you want to connect to.
- Enter the password for the Wi-Fi network (if needed), then click on “Connect”.
- Connect to mobile broadband by following these steps if your computer has a mobile broadband adapter (such as a 3G or 4G USB modem).
- “Connect the mobile broadband device to the USB port on the computer.”
- Right-click on the network icon at the top of the desktop, choose “Mobile Broadband” and enable the mobile broadband connection.
- If necessary, input any credentials needed to access the mobile broadband network (e.g. APN, username, and password).
- You can try using other network connection methods, such as Bluetooth or infrared, if your computer does not have an Ethernet, Wi-Fi, or mobile broadband adapter. Please note that the settings for these connection methods may vary, and you may need to configure them according to the specific requirements of your device.
The above method is suitable for most network connections. If you encounter any issues, you can seek more detailed help in Ubuntu’s official documentation or forums.
