Help with my first time in linux

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Ted Lundy wrote:
> Ok guys and gals,
>     This is my first time in the linux pool. so far it installed into my
> machine fine, but i am having trouble setting up my internet connection.
> My home is on a wireless Lan, my other two machines are windows
> machines. I see a lot of talk on the forums, but it all looks like
> ancient egyptian algebra. Help. I have zero knowledge of Linux beyond
> the penguin. If this is the wrong approach, sorry. but i am lost.
> Anybody looking to be a linux mentor to a newb? 
>  
> IKKYU142

Welcome!

It sounds as if you have a wireless router feeding the PCs (?)
Wireless can be used well in linux, however for some types of wireless
cards (in your PC) it is possible that the particular driver may need
some attention. Initially - a question - does the router have an
ethernet socket (RJ45 socket/s)? If so, an easy approach initially
might be to use an ethernet cable (UTP patch, not crossed) during the
time you are sorting out the wireless.

I do not know much about connecting with wireless, I trust that advice
from others here may be helpful.
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