how do i connect to wifi on my new acer windows 8

[rad69]

my dad got a new pc . acer with windows 8. I have not used windows 8. he can not get it to connect to the internet via his wifi. he is in another state so I am trying to explain it to him, but windows 8 is a little different.. can anyone help. thanx

 

[Paul NZ]

If theres a key for it press it. Read the manual for it, if it came with one

 

[USAFRet]

Is this a desktop or laptop?

If laptop, is the WiFi turned on?
If desktop, does it actually have a WiFi adapter?