Mac User Guide
- Welcome
- What’s new in macOS Tahoe
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- Intro to Apple Intelligence
- Translate messages and calls
- Create original images with Image Playground
- Create your own emoji with Genmoji
- Use Apple Intelligence with Siri
- Find the right words with Writing Tools
- Summarise notifications and reduce interruptions
- Use ChatGPT with Apple Intelligence
- Apple Intelligence and privacy
- Block access to Apple Intelligence features
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- Intro to Continuity
- Use AirDrop to send items to nearby devices
- Hand off tasks between devices
- Control your iPhone from your Mac
- Copy and paste between devices
- Stream video and audio with AirPlay
- Make and receive calls and text messages on your Mac
- Use your iPhone internet connection with your Mac
- Share your Wi-Fi password with another device
- Use iPhone as a webcam
- Insert sketches, photos and scans from iPhone or iPad
- Unlock your Mac with Apple Watch
- Use your iPad as a second display
- Use one keyboard and mouse to control Mac and iPad
- Sync music, books and more between devices
- Resources for your Mac
- Resources for your Apple devices
- Copyright and trademarks
Connect your Mac to the Internet
You can connect to the internet from your Mac, whether you’re at home, at work or on the go. Two common ways to get online are by using a Wi-Fi (wireless) or Ethernet (wired) connection. If neither is available, you may be able to use an Instant Hotspot.
Use Wi-Fi
When a Wi-Fi network is available, the Wi-Fi icon 
is shown in the menu bar at the top of the screen. Click the icon, then choose a network to join. If a lock icon 
is shown next to the network name, the network is protected by a password — you need to enter the password before you can use that Wi-Fi network. How to connect using Wi-Fi.
Use Ethernet
You can use Ethernet either through an Ethernet network or through a DSL or cable modem. If Ethernet is available, connect an Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on your Mac, identified by this symbol 
. If your Mac doesn’t include a built-in Ethernet port, you can use an adapter to connect the Ethernet cable to the USB or Thunderbolt port on your computer. How to connect using Ethernet.
Use Instant Hotspot
If you don’t have access to a Wi-Fi or Ethernet connection, you may be able to use your Mac and Instant Hotspot to connect to the internet using the personal hotspot on your iPhone or iPad. How to connect using your iPhone or iPad.
At home, at work or on the go
When you’re at home: Your ISP may offer a Wi-Fi or Ethernet Internet connection. Check with your ISP if you’re not sure which type of access you have.
When you’re at work: You may have a Wi-Fi or Ethernet network connection available. Check with your company’s IT department or network administrator for details about how to connect to your work network, and usage policies.
When you’re on the go: You can use Wi-Fi hotspots (wireless networks that are open to the public) or Instant Hotspot on your Mac (if your Mac and your phone carrier support it). Keep in mind that some Wi-Fi hotspots require that you enter a password, agree to terms of service, or pay a fee to use it.