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How To Configure A Router

This guide explains how to set up a home network router in 10 steps: 1. Choose a location for the router. 2. Plug in the router and turn it on. 3. Connect your internet modem to the router. 4. Connect your computer to the router using an Ethernet cable. 5. Open the router administration page in your web browser. 6. Log into the router using the username and password. 7. Configure the internet connection settings. 8. Verify the network connection is working. 9. Connect additional computers as needed. 10. Configure additional security features as desired.

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How To Configure A Router

This guide explains how to set up a home network router in 10 steps: 1. Choose a location for the router. 2. Plug in the router and turn it on. 3. Connect your internet modem to the router. 4. Connect your computer to the router using an Ethernet cable. 5. Open the router administration page in your web browser. 6. Log into the router using the username and password. 7. Configure the internet connection settings. 8. Verify the network connection is working. 9. Connect additional computers as needed. 10. Configure additional security features as desired.

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