ICPS_PROG_N_6

6. Write the steps to connect the computer in Local Area Network.

1) Physical Connection:

Ensure that your computer is physically connected to the LAN using an Ethernet cable or connected to the appropriate Wi-Fi network.

2) Open Network Settings:

Right-click on the network icon in the taskbar and select "Open Network & Internet settings."

3) Access Network Adapter Settings:

Click on "Change adapter options" (usually located on the right side of the page).

4) Select the Network Adapter:

Right-click on the network adapter you're using (Ethernet or Wi-Fi) and choose "Properties."

5) Enable IPv4:

Make sure "Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)" is enabled and selected. If not, enable it.

6) Configure IP Settings:

Select "Use the following IP address."

Enter an IP address, subnet mask, default gateway, and DNS server. These values should be provided by your network administrator or router documentation.

7) Save Settings:

Click "OK" to save the changes and close the properties window.

8) Network Discovery and Sharing:

Go back to the Network & Internet settings.

Click on "Change advanced sharing settings."

Ensure that network discovery and file and printer sharing are turned on.

9) Firewall Settings:

If you have a firewall enabled, make sure it allows network communication within the LAN.

10)Test Connectivity:

Open Command Prompt (cmd) and use the ping command to test connectivity with other devices on the LAN. For example, ping other-computer-name.

If the ping is successful, it indicates that your computer is connected to the LAN and can communicate with other devices.

11) Access Shared Resources:

If you want to access shared files or resources on other computers within the LAN, ensure that those resources are properly shared and accessible.