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How to Perform a New Installation of Windows XP - Part 2 of 3

By Tim Fisher, About.com

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Choose the Networking Settings

Install Windows XP

Install Windows XP - Step 17 of 30

The Networking Settings window will appear next with two options for you to choose from - Typical settings or Custom settings.

If you're installing Windows XP in on a single computer or a computer on a home network, chances are the correct option to choose is Typical settings.

If you're installing Windows XP in a corporate environment, you may need to choose the Custom settings option but check with your system administrator first. Even in this case, the Typical settings option is probably the right one.

If you're not sure, choose Typical settings.

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