Using the Network Administration Graphical User Interface

This chapter provides an introduction to the network administration graphical user interface (formerly known as NWAM GUI) on the Oracle Solaris desktop, which includes a description of the components that make up its network administration GUI. Basic instructions for interacting with reactive network profiles from the desktop, controlling network connections, adding wireless networks, and creating and managing network profiles are also included in this chapter.

This chapter does not provide step-by-step instructions on managing your network exclusively by using the network administration GUI. For detailed instructions, refer to the online help, which can be accessed by right-clicking the Network Status icon that is displayed in the panel notification area of the desktop at all times. Links within the network administration GUI take you to pages in the online help that provide more detailed information about each topic. You can also navigate through the online help by clicking links that are displayed in the text or by clicking the various topics in the side pane.

The following topics are covered in this chapter:

• Introduction to the Network Administration Graphical User Interface

• Functional Components of the GUI

• Interacting With Reactive Network Profiles From the Desktop

• Joining and Managing Favorite Wireless Networks

• Managing Network Profiles

• Creating and Managing Locations

• About External Network Modifiers