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How can I hook my PlayStation 3 console up to the internet?

What are the benefits to being on the internet with my PS3? Before we discuss how to hook up your PlayStation 3 console to the internet, let us discuss why you would want to.
There is more to it than just playing games against people online.

It also allows you to download updates, download demos of PlayStation 3 games, and download themes for your PS3.

On top of that, you can browse the internet using your PlayStation controllers.

Is it difficult to have the internet on my PlayStation console?


It is not difficult at all to have internet on your PlayStation console.

Let's take a step by step approach.

  • Determine whether you want to connect your PlayStation 3 through wireless or direct LAN connection
  • With your PlayStation 3 console turned on Click 'settings' and go to 'network settings' and finally 'internet connection settings'
  • You have the option between wireless and wired. Choose the one that is right for you. From here let's assume you select wireless
  • Select 'scan' and the PlayStation console will search for Wi-Fi connections
  • Select your router, and choose the security settings that work with your connection
  • Now the system will ask for your encryption key. This can usually be found in your routers manual or the router itself.
  • The PlayStation 3 console will now test the connection.
  • Congratulations – you have connected your Play Station3 to the net.

From here on in you can decide what you want to do and explore the PlayStation Network.

Be sure to explore the new demos and updates that are available for your system.

Once you have connected your PS3 to the internet for the first time you are never going to want to go without it again.

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