Add a New Internet Connection

 

Step-by-Step Instructions

First, start the Internet Site Wizard:

  1. On the View menu, select the Resource Manager submenu.

  2. On the Resource Manager submenu, select Internet Files.

  3. Click the graphics/HotDog600000001.gif Add New Connection button, near the top left of the Internet Files Manager.

Page 1.

Enter the name of your server. This name should be something meaningful, to remind you which server you are using.

Enter the server address. The Server is the computer that you connect to when you want to browse the Internet; it also displays your web pages to anyone who visits your Website. For example, Elise might enter: www.woodnet.com

Page 2.

Enter your Login name. Your login name is given to you by your ISP (Internet Service Provider- the company that gets you connected). The Login name and password identify who you are when it comes to uploading your work. ISP's don't want anyone uploading to their Server!

Enter your Password. Your password is also provided by your ISP. If you don't know it, you will need to get in contact with them. Instructions on how to do this are provided in the tutorial described below.

Advanced Options.

Concluding Notes

Well done. Your server details have been entered. If you have trouble connecting to the Internet, or you are unsure of some of the terms used here, have a look at the Beginners Guide to Uploading.