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Setting up your new Android Tablet

by Emerging Expert cpoulton Emerging Expert on 05-10-2011 08:48 AM - last edited on 04-30-2012 09:21 AM by Moderator

Step 1. Connect me to my internet!

 

 

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 Let's get you connected, open up your 'Apps' folder with the small icon on the top right of the screen.

 

 From here tap the 'settings' icon.

 

 With the settings window open, simply select Wireless & Networks on the top, enable your wireless (the checkbox) and click Wifi Settings to start scanning for networks.

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 Now select your network from the list, and enter your security key using the on screen keyboard. That's it, your connected.. That was easy wasn't it.

 

 Now that you're connected to the internet, it's time to setup your Google Account and start exploring the Android Market.

 

 

Step 2. Google Account


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 The easiest way to initialize the Google account setup process is to open the Android Market link that you'll find either on your desktop or in your 'apps' drawer.

 

 If you already have a Google Gmail account then the setup is as easy as entering your username and password when prompted. If you don't currently have a Google account you can run through the new account setup wizard.


Step 3. Enjoy!

 

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 Welcome to the Android Market!

 

 While it doesn't contain nearly as many apps as the Itunes App Store, it does have something even better.. More free apps!

 That's right, according to the research group Distimo, the Android Market is home to more free Apps then it's Apple competitor, meaning you'll be able to spend countless hours enjoying your new tablet. Though if I could make a personal suggestion on just where to start? Two words..

 

Angry Birds

https://market.android.com/search?q=angry+birds&so=1&c=apps

 

 

 Pop by next week to see my review of the Motorola Xoom tablet, and just where it can fit into your digital life. We'll explore; What's good?, What's Great? and What could be a whole lot better..