Using a time machine back-up

Using a time machine back-up or a carbon copy back-up, is there a way to restore my network config only?
I was installing the drivers for a Brother wireless printer and the network settings changed my airport settings,
somehow and I can't access internet via airport. Only via ethernet hardwire.

Linc:
Very helpful suggestion and response, Thanks for pointing out that it is a permission issue. I am working through the issue and resolving my problem.

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