To configure wireless, go to the Wi-Fi section. If your wireless is currently turned off, click the toggle button, leave the Network section, and go back in.
If your password is correct, you will now be authenticated with the network.
### Hidden Network
If you wish to connect to a hidden network, click “Connect to Hidden Network...” in the WiFi section of the Network settings window. It will show the following dialog, where you type the network name and type of security (if any).
Alternatively, you can open the Overlay using the `Super` button on your keyboard or by clicking the applications icon in the dock and then finding and clicking on "Network".
If the network is found and has a password, you will be prompted to authenticate with the network.
## MATE
With MATE, you can manage your network settings by left or right clicking on the network icon in the bottom panel system tray. A left click will bring up any wireless or wired connections currently available whilst a right click allows you to disable networking, view your current connection information and to create new connections and networks by clicking "Edit Connections...".
### Non-Hidden Network
To connect to a network, left click on the network icon in the system tray. This will show you a selection of the networks currently available and you may need to click on "More networks" to find the one you want.
If your password is correct, you will now be authenticated with the network.
Should you wish to disconnect from a network, left click on the network icon again and then click on "Disconnect" underneath the network you wish to leave.
To connect to a hidden network, left click on the network icon in the system tray and then on "Connect to Hidden Wi-Fi Network...". You will now be asked for the network name and type of security (if any).
