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Plug the printer into an electrical outlet. Connect one end of a USB cable to the USB socket on the printer. Plug the opposite end into a computer connected to the Netgear wireless network.

Switch on the printer and connect the device to your WiFi network. If you notice the Wireless LAN settings on the printer’s display screen, adjust them accordingly to the requirement.

Printers that can set up a wireless access point can connect to your iPad using Settings and Wi-Fi. The printer's manufacturer likely has an app for use with iOS devices.

Patrick Marshall answers your personal technology questions. This week's topics include improving a Wi-Fi connection, suspect pop-ups and personalizing the homepage on Edge.