If you’re considering moving from Windows 10, which is nearing the end of its support, to Linux, understanding how to manage networks on the open-source operating system is crucial. Thankfully, modern Linux distributions have become quite user-friendly, and many tasks will feel familiar to previous Windows users.
For wired connections, Linux often requires no setup; simply plug in the network cable, and you’re connected. However, connecting to a wireless network varies slightly depending on the Linux distribution and desktop environment you are using.
In GNOME, the network manager is accessible from the system tray, represented by a Wi-Fi icon. When you click it, available wireless networks are listed. Selecting a network prompts you to enter its password.
Similarly, in KDE, the process is quite comparable. Clicking the Wi-Fi icon brings up a list of available networks where you can select and connect to your desired network.
To change DNS servers, Linux simplifies the process compared to Windows. In KDE, you click the Wi-Fi icon, select your network, go to "Configure," and fill in the DNS server information under the IPv4 tab.
In GNOME, you access the network settings through the Wi-Fi icon, navigate to "All Networks," select your network, click the gear icon, and enter any DNS servers you wish to use.
The transition from Windows 10 to Linux doesn’t have to be daunting. With its modern user interfaces, managing networks is straightforward. If you’ve connected to networks in Windows 10, you can easily adapt to Linux.
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