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Thank you get started with your purchase! We want to make your experience a satisfying one, so we've put together tips to help you for your Gateway computer. Thank you!
Thank you get started with your purchase! We want to make your experience a satisfying one, so we've put together tips to help you for your Gateway computer. Thank you!
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Contents Getting started with Windows 4 Windows Welcome Center 7 Getting help 8 Internet 10 E-mail 11 Using CDs and DVDs 12 Safety and security 14 Improving performance 19 Restoring your system 20
Contents Getting started with Windows 4 Windows Welcome Center 7 Getting help 8 Internet 10 E-mail 11 Using CDs and DVDs 12 Safety and security 14 Improving performance 19 Restoring your system 20
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Drag items to the Recycle Bin to turn off your computer 4 For more information about Windows, see on your computer's configuration. The desktop includes a taskbar, Start button ( ), and Recycle Bin icon. we do Windows After you start your computer and complete the Windows® setup, the first thing you'll see "Windows Basics"under Help and Support in the Start menu. Other icons may be added depending on your screen is the Windows desktop Click (Start) to access programs and to delete them Add icons of your own This is the Windows desktop.
Drag items to the Recycle Bin to turn off your computer 4 For more information about Windows, see on your computer's configuration. The desktop includes a taskbar, Start button ( ), and Recycle Bin icon. we do Windows After you start your computer and complete the Windows® setup, the first thing you'll see "Windows Basics"under Help and Support in the Start menu. Other icons may be added depending on your screen is the Windows desktop Click (Start) to access programs and to delete them Add icons of your own This is the Windows desktop.
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Whether you want to start a program, find a file or folder Click here Click here to put your to lock your computer in computer Sleep mode Click here to shut down your system, the Start menu is the command center of your computer. getting things started The Start menu is where it all your programs Type here to find a file, change settings Click here to see all begins. Click here to access the Internet, e-mail, and your most frequently used programs Click here to open files and folders, access networking, and change settings, or even shut down your computer For more ...
Whether you want to start a program, find a file or folder Click here Click here to put your to lock your computer in computer Sleep mode Click here to shut down your system, the Start menu is the command center of your computer. getting things started The Start menu is where it all your programs Type here to find a file, change settings Click here to see all begins. Click here to access the Internet, e-mail, and your most frequently used programs Click here to open files and folders, access networking, and change settings, or even shut down your computer For more ...
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Documents Already created for you, this folder is ready for you can see "Windows basics"under Help and Support. To save something right away, use Computer Look here to see what's on your computer 6 For more information about Windows, see everything on your computer. To get there, click (Start), then click Computer. From there, you . To access that has already been set up for immediate use the Documents folder that folder, click (Start), then click Documents. maintaining order Managing files and folders starts with the Computer folder.
Documents Already created for you, this folder is ready for you can see "Windows basics"under Help and Support. To save something right away, use Computer Look here to see what's on your computer 6 For more information about Windows, see everything on your computer. To get there, click (Start), then click Computer. From there, you . To access that has already been set up for immediate use the Documents folder that folder, click (Start), then click Documents. maintaining order Managing files and folders starts with the Computer folder.
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welcome to a new one Learn about your computer, as well as links to special deals from a previous computer to the Welcome Center! Click Welcome Center and select an option. Get information about the newest features in Windows Vista® 7 To access the Welcome Center, click (Start), Control Panel, then click System and Maintenance. The Welcome Center offers a wealth of options for getting more information about your computer Transfer files and settings from Gateway partners!
welcome to a new one Learn about your computer, as well as links to special deals from a previous computer to the Welcome Center! Click Welcome Center and select an option. Get information about the newest features in Windows Vista® 7 To access the Welcome Center, click (Start), Control Panel, then click System and Maintenance. The Welcome Center offers a wealth of options for getting more information about your computer Transfer files and settings from Gateway partners!
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... browse to find what you need additional help? If you 're looking for. Visit us at www.support.gateway.com. • Help and Support-This collection of Windows help and troubleshooting information, along with something on your computer..., Gateway offers several options designed to meet your needs: • Gateway Web support-Available 24/7, Gateway's online support provides current drivers, product specifications, tutorials, and personalized information about your computer....
... browse to find what you need additional help? If you 're looking for. Visit us at www.support.gateway.com. • Help and Support-This collection of Windows help and troubleshooting information, along with something on your computer..., Gateway offers several options designed to meet your needs: • Gateway Web support-Available 24/7, Gateway's online support provides current drivers, product specifications, tutorials, and personalized information about your computer....
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... BigFix. Click Help, then click Tutorial to people who know if it . To access the online guide, click (Start), All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. • Tech support-For help , continued... • User guide-For detailed information on a variety of topics *May not be available in... all regions 9 Check your Gateway computer, see the provided Reference Guide or online User Guide. help and advice you know computers. You can find the number on the setup...
... BigFix. Click Help, then click Tutorial to people who know if it . To access the online guide, click (Start), All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. • Tech support-For help , continued... • User guide-For detailed information on a variety of topics *May not be available in... all regions 9 Check your Gateway computer, see the provided Reference Guide or online User Guide. help and advice you know computers. You can find the number on the setup...
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... you move over something, it takes you! 10 To learn more about the Internet, see "Using the Internet" in an Internet address, such as www.gateway.com, click Go, and you 've connected with. surfing the 'net Explore the World Wide Web with an Internet Service Provider (ISP).
... you move over something, it takes you! 10 To learn more about the Internet, see "Using the Internet" in an Internet address, such as www.gateway.com, click Go, and you 've connected with. surfing the 'net Explore the World Wide Web with an Internet Service Provider (ISP).
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Add a description in touch with family and friends is easy with your default e-mail program opens, complete any setup required, then click Create Mail and type the e-mail address of the person that you want to send a message to here Include others in your message by typing their e-mail addresses here or in the To box [email protected] Type a short description of the person you want to send a message to in seconds. Staying in the Subject box, type the e-mail message, then click Send. When your Internet account. To send e-mail, connect to e-mail! welcome to your online user ...
Add a description in touch with family and friends is easy with your default e-mail program opens, complete any setup required, then click Create Mail and type the e-mail address of the person that you want to send a message to here Include others in your message by typing their e-mail addresses here or in the To box [email protected] Type a short description of the person you want to send a message to in seconds. Staying in the Subject box, type the e-mail message, then click Send. When your Internet account. To send e-mail, connect to e-mail! welcome to your online user ...
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You can also control the volume here. 12 For more information about using media, see your new Gateway computer. Note: You must have a DVD drive to play, pause, or stop disc playback. Put the disc into the CD or DVD drive on your ...
You can also control the volume here. 12 For more information about using media, see your new Gateway computer. Note: You must have a DVD drive to play, pause, or stop disc playback. Put the disc into the CD or DVD drive on your ...
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... to create MP3s of home movies or special videos. rip, burn, play Create a custom music CD with easy-to-use software already installed on your Gateway computer. If your computer came with a DVD burner, you can do it all with MP3s you must have a DVD burner to create a DVD For more...
... to create MP3s of home movies or special videos. rip, burn, play Create a custom music CD with easy-to-use software already installed on your Gateway computer. If your computer came with a DVD burner, you can do it all with MP3s you must have a DVD burner to create a DVD For more...
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keeping your computer safe Your Gateway computer comes with hardware and software features that can help you keep your computer secure and up-to security features such as Windows Security Center, ...
keeping your computer safe Your Gateway computer comes with hardware and software features that can help you keep your computer secure and up-to security features such as Windows Security Center, ...
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securing the perimeter Windows Vista provides built-in security features designed to protect you want for your computer For more information on security, see"Protecting Your Computer"in your computers. To view or change Windows Vista security settings, click (Start), Control Panel, Security, then click Security Center. Guard against spyware, pop-ups, and other unwanted software Select and control the type and level of protection you , your family, and your online user guide. 15
securing the perimeter Windows Vista provides built-in security features designed to protect you want for your computer For more information on security, see"Protecting Your Computer"in your computers. To view or change Windows Vista security settings, click (Start), Control Panel, Security, then click Security Center. Guard against spyware, pop-ups, and other unwanted software Select and control the type and level of protection you , your family, and your online user guide. 15
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You can schedule automatic updates with Windows Update 16 For more information on security, see"Protecting Your Computer"in your computer secure. You should update Windows regularly to fix the problem. To run Windows Update, click (Start), All Programs, then click Windows Update and download high-priority updates. up-to-date security Windows Update If a hacker finds a way to bypass the security features built into Windows Vista, Microsoft creates a high-priority Windows update to keep your online user guide.
You can schedule automatic updates with Windows Update 16 For more information on security, see"Protecting Your Computer"in your computer secure. You should update Windows regularly to fix the problem. To run Windows Update, click (Start), All Programs, then click Windows Update and download high-priority updates. up-to-date security Windows Update If a hacker finds a way to bypass the security features built into Windows Vista, Microsoft creates a high-priority Windows update to keep your online user guide.
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Keep virus definitions current to ensure up-to-date protection. Your computer came with Norton 360 Norton 360 Norton 360 helps protect your subscription to update Norton 360 after the complimentary trial period ends. You need to extend your computer from viruses, hackers, and privacy threats. virus-free with virus, spyware, firewall, and phishing protection turned on security, see"Protecting Your Computer"in your user guide. 17 For more information on . To run Norton 360, click (Start), All Programs, Norton 360, then click Norton 360.
Keep virus definitions current to ensure up-to-date protection. Your computer came with Norton 360 Norton 360 Norton 360 helps protect your subscription to update Norton 360 after the complimentary trial period ends. You need to extend your computer from viruses, hackers, and privacy threats. virus-free with virus, spyware, firewall, and phishing protection turned on security, see"Protecting Your Computer"in your user guide. 17 For more information on . To run Norton 360, click (Start), All Programs, Norton 360, then click Norton 360.
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... latest bugs, security alerts, and updates from BigFix sites on security, see"Protecting your Computer"in your computer Click here to go directly to the Gateway Web support site Click here, then click Tutorial to learn more information on the Internet. BigFix monitors your computer for information about updates specific to...
... latest bugs, security alerts, and updates from BigFix sites on security, see"Protecting your Computer"in your computer Click here to go directly to the Gateway Web support site Click here, then click Tutorial to learn more information on the Internet. BigFix monitors your computer for information about updates specific to...
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Click (Start), Control Panel, System and Maintenance, then click Performance Information and Tools. Do this regularly and you'll have a smoother running condition with regular maintenance. Click here to return your computer to a previous state when it was working better Click here to see details about the components of your system Click here to adjust how quickly your computer goes into power-saving modes Click here to do maintenance, such as Disk Cleanup, or to defragment your computer in top running system. Select a task and follow the instructions. improving performance Keep your...
Click (Start), Control Panel, System and Maintenance, then click Performance Information and Tools. Do this regularly and you'll have a smoother running condition with regular maintenance. Click here to return your computer to a previous state when it was working better Click here to see details about the components of your system Click here to adjust how quickly your computer goes into power-saving modes Click here to do maintenance, such as Disk Cleanup, or to defragment your computer in top running system. Select a task and follow the instructions. improving performance Keep your...
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To take advantage of these Restore Points to a previous state when everything worked right. Windows Vista takes regular snapshots of your computer running again. You can return to one of the restore features in Windows, click (Start), Control Panel, System and Maintenance, then click Backup and Restore Center. 20 restoring your computer In the unlikely event that you experience software problems, the Windows Vista Backup and Restore Center lets you roll back your computer to get your system, called Restore Points. backing up a bit -
To take advantage of these Restore Points to a previous state when everything worked right. Windows Vista takes regular snapshots of your computer running again. You can return to one of the restore features in Windows, click (Start), Control Panel, System and Maintenance, then click Backup and Restore Center. 20 restoring your computer In the unlikely event that you experience software problems, the Windows Vista Backup and Restore Center lets you roll back your computer to get your system, called Restore Points. backing up a bit -
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... create recovery discs for only the factory-loaded drivers and software, click Create driver and application backup disc. To create discs, click (Start), All Programs, Gateway, then click Gateway Recovery Management. prepare to recover When you have blank discs ready.
... create recovery discs for only the factory-loaded drivers and software, click Create driver and application backup disc. To create discs, click (Start), All Programs, Gateway, then click Gateway Recovery Management. prepare to recover When you have blank discs ready.