How to Connect to Wireless Networks with Ubuntu 13.10

One of the first tasks that any new user will want to do with their laptop computer is to connect to a wireless network. Ubuntu 13.10 make this a very easy thing to do by using the network manger. This tutorial will show you how to connect to a wireless network using Ubuntu 13.10.

The first thing you need to do is take your mouse to the top right corner of the screen and click on the network manager icon to bring down a list of available wireless networks as shown below.

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In the list you will see wireless networks that are available for you to connect to. Find the network you want to connect to and simply click on it to connect. If the network is password protected then you will be asked to enter the password as shown below.

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You will then be given a notification that you are connected to the wireless network that you chose. This is pictured in the screenshot below.

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