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In the \textfield{Network name} field, enter the name of the network. This is also known as the \emph{\acronym{SSID}} \emph{(Service Set Identifier)}. You must enter the name exactly how it was given to you. For example, if the name is ``Ubuntu-Wireless,'' entering ``ubuntu-wireless'' will not work as the ``U'' and ``W'' are both uppercase in the correct name.
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In the \dropdown{Wireless security} field, select one of the options. If the network is an open network, leave the field set to ``None.'' If you do not know the correct setting for the field, you will not be able to connect to the hidden network.
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Click the \button{Connect} button. If the network is secure, you will be prompted for the password. Provided you have entered all of the details correctly, the network should then connect, and you will receive an on-screen notification informing you that the connection was a success.
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As is the case with visible wireless networks, hidden wireless network settings will be saved once a connection is made, and the wireless network will then appear in the list of saved connections.
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Disabling and enabling your wireless card
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By default, wireless access is enabled if you have a wireless card installed in your computer. In certain environments (like on airplanes), you may need to temporarily disable your wireless card.
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To disable your wireless card, click on the \application{NetworkManager} icon and deselect the \menu{Enable Wireless} option. Your wireless radio will now be turned off, and your computer will no longer search for wireless networks.
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To reactivate your wireless card, simply select the \menu{Enable Wireless} option. Ubuntu will then begin to search for wireless networks automatically. If you are in range of a saved network, you will automatically be connected.
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Many modern laptops also have a physical switch/button built into the chassis that provides a way to quickly enable/disable the wireless card.
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Changing an existing wireless network
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既存の無線ネットワークを変更する
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Translated by
Shushi Kurose
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Reviewed by
Kentaro Kazuhama
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Located in
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