To configure WiFi on a Raspberry Pi, you can follow these steps:
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Access the Raspberry Pi Configuration Tool: Open a terminal window on your Raspberry Pi or connect remotely using SSH.
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Run the Configuration Tool: Type sudo raspi-config and press Enter to launch the Raspberry Pi Software Configuration Tool.
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Navigate to Network Options: Use the arrow keys to navigate to "Network Options" and press Enter.
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Select WiFi: In the Network Options menu, select "Wi-Fi" and press Enter.
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Enter WiFi SSID and Password: You will be prompted to enter the SSID (name) of your WiFi network and the password for the network. Enter this information and press Enter.
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Finish Configuration: Once you have entered the WiFi details, the Raspberry Pi will attempt to connect to the WiFi network. After the configuration is complete, you can exit the Configuration Tool.
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Reboot: It's a good idea to reboot your Raspberry Pi to ensure that the WiFi configuration takes effect. You can do this by entering sudo reboot in the terminal.
Once the Raspberry Pi reboots, it should be connected to the WiFi network you specified. You can verify the connection by using commands like ifconfig to check the network interface or by attempting to access the internet from your Raspberry Pi.
These steps should help you configure WiFi on your Raspberry Pi effectively. Let me know if you need further assistance with this process!