WE R LIBRARY FORMAT
| Level | Intermediate |
| Device | Computer (MacBook) |
| Topic | Internet Connection |
| Sub-topic | Connecting via LAN |
| Introduction | |
| Limit to one paragraph with three to five sentences. Include where readers could use the information we are about to discuss. Follow the writing style guide for WE R. | |
| Connecting to the internet with a LAN connection provides a faster internet speed for your MacBook. A LAN (Local Area Network) is a network that allows numerous devices, such as computers and laptops, to connect to the internet at the same time through a modem or router. Here’s a step-by-step guide for connecting to the internet using LAN. | |
| Body | |
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| Step # | Action |
| 1 | Connect one end of the LAN cable to the cable port at the back of your modem or router.It makes no difference on which ends of the LAN cable you plug in as it has the same connector on both ends. |
| 2 | Connect the LAN cable to the adapter to your MacBook. Your Macbook can have either a USB port or a Thunderbolt port. |
| 3 | Click Apple Menu > System Preferences, then click Network.  |
| 4 | On Network, select Ethernet or Thunderbolt located in the upper left section. |
| 5 | Click Configure IPv4 drop-down menu, then choose preferred network connection.(Using DHCP: IP address automatically from your network Using DHCP with manual address: Input the manual IP address) |
| 6 | Click Apply. |
| Conclusion | |
| Summarize steps as simply as you could. Encourage readers to try again or connect with our customer assistance team (or hire our VAs!) if they are still confused. Refer readers to the glossary for other topics. | |
| Set up your MacBook’s ethernet connection in simple steps. Connect LAN to MacBook with adapter, configure the network connection on system preference, and configure your IP Address. For questions or VA inquiries, you may contact our customer assistance team to assist you. | |
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