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Windows 95 Internet - Networking
Help and Tips

This category contains Windows 95 help on computer networking, accessing the Internet, diagnosing modem problems, and more.


 

#1: Where Are You Connected?
Use the Netstat DOS command to display the systems to where your computer is connected.

#2: Another Good Use For TraceRoute
Use TRACERT to help determine if there is an Internet backbone problem.

#3: Download to the Desktop
Why downloading files directly to your Windows 95 Desktop may be a good idea.

#4: Where's My Modem?
Determine the COM port used by your modem.

#5: Problems with Installing Network Drivers
A possible Windows 95 network driver installation fix.

#6: E-Mail Security
Update your e-mail program to help protect against vulnerabilities.

#7: Dial From the Desktop
Set up a desktop shortcut to access a remote machine via HyperTerminal.

#8: Detect Actual Transfer Speed
Use Windows 95's System Monitor to detect your dial-up networking transfer speed.

#9: Reloading LMHOSTS
Reload Windows 95's remote cache name table.

#10: Upgrade HyperTerminal
Upgrade Windows 95's HyperTerminal application.

#11: Where is Information Traveling on the Internet?
Trace where information is traveling between your computer and remote systems over the Internet.

#12: Microsoft Internet Mail - Attachments Not Coming Through
Ensure you have adequate hard drive space free before downloading your mail.

#13: IP Information
Display DHCP, WINS, and IP information on your Windows 95 system.

#14: Access Networked Computers Faster
Directly access paths to computers in your Network via the Start menu.

#15: Changing the Modem Init String
Alter your modem's Hayes initialization string.

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