Question

To join the internet the computer has to be connected to a

Answer 1

To join the internet the computer has to be connected to a network.

If there is no network in an area, one cannot compare the computer with the internet.

Many machines come with WIFI that can connect automatically to the internet like the mobile phones if the area has internet coverage.

Some computers need a modem and router and cables to be connected to the internet.

Answer 2

"To join the internet the computer has to be connected to an internet modem wirelessly or via an Ethernet cable.

Nowadays, no modem is used without a router because of the security purposes. Modem and Router are nowadays being integrated and manufactured as a single device to reduce the amount of hardware equipment in usage and the complexity for user.

An alternative for a modem can be a data card which is also called internet dongle."