How to connect to the Internet with your Mac

Learn how to use Wi-Fi, Personal Hotspot, and Ethernet to connect to the Intenet.

Use Wi-Fi

Learn how to connect to an open, secure, or hidden Wi-Fi network. You can also create a new Wi-Fi network.

Connect to a Wi-Fi network

Click in the menu bar, then choose a network. If Wi-Fi is off, click , then select Turn Wi-Fi On.*

If you connect to a public Wi-Fi network, a window might appear with terms and conditions you’re asked to agree to before you can connect.

Secure Wi-Fi networks are password-protected and have by their names.