How can I get my computer to connect to the internet automatically when I turn it on?

Question

Windows XP, Centurytel ISP, DSL. Right now, when I turn it on, I log onto my profile, and have to click start, then connect to, then my connection. And would there be any way my router could s***w up my wireless network? It's a wireless/wired router. I have my desktop computer plugged directly into the router, and a eternet cable running out of it ALSO to my xbox. i try to connect to the internet with my wireless laptop, and fail. i try to connect with my xbox, and fail. I do the manual connect on my desktop, and succeed. Any ideas? Need any more information?

Answer 1

A router would be a good thing to have if you are sharing one internet portal to two or more devices.

There are choices in the software for your unit that can be set to auto connect to the internet.  In almost all cases though, this is a bad idea unless you have bullet proof security.