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VPN. NetworkManager automatically chooses the best network available, but it can<br />

only automatically connect to a known network. The connection currently used is<br />

marked in the list. To activate a different connection, just click another connection. For<br />

some connections, such as WLAN, you may be prompted for additional information,<br />

such as network name, password or passphrase, and encryption details. Network connections<br />

are managed by user and the passwords are stored in KWallet.<br />

5.10.2 Managing Passwords with KWallet<br />

Manager<br />

Remembering all the passwords for protected resources to which you need to log in<br />

can be problematic. KWallet remembers them for you. It collects all passwords and<br />

stores them in an encrypted file. With a single master password, open your wallet to<br />

view, search, delete, or create entries. Normally you do not need to insert an entry<br />

manually. KDE recognizes if a resource requires authentication and KWallet starts automatically.<br />

IMPORTANT: Protect Your KWallet Password<br />

If you forget your KWallet password, it cannot be recovered. Furthermore,<br />

anyone who knows your password can obtain all information contained in the<br />

wallet.<br />

Starting KWallet<br />

When KWallet starts for the first time (for example, when you access a Web site where<br />

you must enter a password to log in), a dialog appears with the welcome screen. Choose<br />

between Basic setup (recommended) and Advanced setup. If you choose Basic setup,<br />

in the next screen you can choose whether to store personal information. Some KDE<br />

applications, such as Konqueror or KMail, can use the wallet system to store Web form<br />

data and cookies. Select Yes, I wish to use the KDE wallet to store my personal information<br />

for this purpose and leave with Finish.<br />

If you choose Advanced setup, you have an additional security level screen. The default<br />

settings are generally acceptable for most users, but others may wish to change them.<br />

Automatically close idle wallets closes wallets after a period <strong>of</strong> inactivity. To separate<br />

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