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We want to make your experience a satisfying one, so we've put together tips to help you get started with your purchase! Thank you ! Thank you for your Gateway computer.
We want to make your experience a satisfying one, so we've put together tips to help you get started with your purchase! Thank you ! Thank you for your Gateway computer.
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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. 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. The desktop includes a taskbar, Start button ( ), and Recycle Bin icon.
Drag items to the Recycle Bin to turn off your computer 4 For more information about Windows, see on your computer's configuration. 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. The desktop includes a taskbar, Start button ( ), and Recycle Bin icon.
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getting things started The Start menu is where it all your programs Type here to find a file, change settings Click here to see "Windows Basics"under Help and Support. 5 Click here to access the Internet, e-mail, and your most frequently used programs Click here to shut down your system, the Start menu is the command center of your computer For more information about Windows, see all begins. 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 open files and folders, access ...
getting things started The Start menu is where it all your programs Type here to find a file, change settings Click here to see "Windows Basics"under Help and Support. 5 Click here to access the Internet, e-mail, and your most frequently used programs Click here to shut down your system, the Start menu is the command center of your computer For more information about Windows, see all begins. 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 open files and folders, access ...
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From there, you . To get there, click (Start), then click Computer. To save something right away, use Computer Look here to see "Windows basics"under Help and Support. Documents Already created for you, this folder is ready for immediate use the Documents folder that folder, click (Start), then click Documents. To access that has already been set up for you can see everything on your computer 6 For more information about Windows, see what's on your computer. maintaining order Managing files and folders starts with the Computer folder.
From there, you . To get there, click (Start), then click Computer. To save something right away, use Computer Look here to see "Windows basics"under Help and Support. Documents Already created for you, this folder is ready for immediate use the Documents folder that folder, click (Start), then click Documents. To access that has already been set up for you can see everything on your computer 6 For more information about Windows, see what's on your computer. maintaining order Managing files and folders starts with the Computer folder.
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Get information about your computer, as well as links to special deals from a previous computer to the Welcome Center! To access the Welcome Center, click (Start), Control Panel, then click System and Maintenance. Click Welcome Center and select an option. welcome to a new one Learn about the newest features in Windows Vista® 7 The Welcome Center offers a wealth of options for getting more information about your computer Transfer files and settings from Gateway partners!
Get information about your computer, as well as links to special deals from a previous computer to the Welcome Center! To access the Welcome Center, click (Start), Control Panel, then click System and Maintenance. Click Welcome Center and select an option. welcome to a new one Learn about the newest features in Windows Vista® 7 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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...link, do a search, or simply browse 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, Gateway offers several options designed to find what you need a little extra help with... automated support, is a quick and easy way to get information 8 Gateway's Web support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Help and Support is easily accessible. Visit us at www.support.gateway.com. • Help and Support-This collection of Windows help ? ...
...link, do a search, or simply browse 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, Gateway offers several options designed to find what you need a little extra help with... automated support, is a quick and easy way to get information 8 Gateway's Web support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Help and Support is easily accessible. Visit us at www.support.gateway.com. • Help and Support-This collection of Windows help ? ...
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...Start), All Programs, then click BigFix. Check your User Guide for easyto-understand information on using your computer for you on your Gateway computer, BigFix checks your Gateway computer, see the provided Reference Guide or online User Guide. 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...
...Start), All Programs, then click BigFix. Check your User Guide for easyto-understand information on using your computer for you on your Gateway computer, BigFix checks your Gateway computer, see the provided Reference Guide or online User Guide. 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...
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... into a hand when you move over something, it takes you 're on it and see "Using the Internet" in an Internet address, such as www.gateway.com, click Go, and you ! 10 To learn more about the Internet, see where it 's a link. Just connect your way. Click on your computer to...
... into a hand when you move over something, it takes you 're on it and see "Using the Internet" in an Internet address, such as www.gateway.com, click Go, and you ! 10 To learn more about the Internet, see where it 's a link. Just connect your way. Click on your computer to...
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To send e-mail, connect to in the To box. Add a description in seconds. When 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 your ISP, click (Start), then click E-mail. Your message will arrive at most e-mail addresses in the Subject box, type the e-mail message, then click Send. This is the user name part of an e-mail address This is usually free with your Internet account. welcome to here Include others in your message by typing their e-mail addresses here ...
To send e-mail, connect to in the To box. Add a description in seconds. When 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 your ISP, click (Start), then click E-mail. Your message will arrive at most e-mail addresses in the Subject box, type the e-mail message, then click Send. This is the user name part of an e-mail address This is usually free with your Internet account. welcome to here Include others in your message by typing their e-mail addresses here ...
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... drive to play , pause, or stop disc playback. You can also control the volume here. 12 For more information about using media, see your new Gateway computer. To listen to a music CD or watch a movie on your online user guide or Windows Help and Support. You can control how the music...
... drive to play , pause, or stop disc playback. You can also control the volume here. 12 For more information about using media, see your new Gateway computer. To listen to a music CD or watch a movie on your online user guide or Windows Help and Support. You can control how the music...
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... of are complete, click Start Burn. Windows Media Player will create MP3s and save them to -use software already installed on your computer. When your Gateway computer. If your computer came with easy-to the Music folder. Note: you can do it all with a DVD burner, you must have a DVD burner...
... of are complete, click Start Burn. Windows Media Player will create MP3s and save them to -use software already installed on your computer. When your Gateway computer. If your computer came with easy-to the Music folder. Note: you can do it all with a DVD burner, you must have a DVD burner...
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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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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 To view or change Windows Vista security settings, click (Start), Control Panel, Security, then click Security Center. 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.
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 To view or change Windows Vista security settings, click (Start), Control Panel, Security, then click Security Center. 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.
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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 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. You can schedule automatic updates with Windows Update 16 For more information on security, see"Protecting Your Computer"in your computer secure.
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 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. You can schedule automatic updates with Windows Update 16 For more information on security, see"Protecting Your Computer"in your computer secure.
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Keep virus definitions current to ensure up-to-date protection. For more information on . To run Norton 360, click (Start), All Programs, Norton 360, then click Norton 360. You need to extend your user guide. 17 Your computer came with Norton 360 Norton 360 Norton 360 helps protect 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 subscription to update Norton 360 after the complimentary trial period ends.
Keep virus definitions current to ensure up-to-date protection. For more information on . To run Norton 360, click (Start), All Programs, Norton 360, then click Norton 360. You need to extend your user guide. 17 Your computer came with Norton 360 Norton 360 Norton 360 helps protect 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 subscription to update Norton 360 after the complimentary trial period ends.
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BigFix monitors your computer for information about updates specific to your computer Click here to go directly to the Gateway Web support site Click here, then click Tutorial to learn more about BigFix Details and information about the latest bugs, security alerts, and updates from ...
BigFix monitors your computer for information about updates specific to your computer Click here to go directly to the Gateway Web support site Click here, then click Tutorial to learn more about BigFix Details and information about the latest bugs, security alerts, and updates from ...
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Select a task and follow the instructions. 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. improving performance Keep your hard drive (click Advanced Tools, then click Open Disk Defragmenter) 19 Click (Start), Control ...
Select a task and follow the instructions. 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. improving performance Keep your hard drive (click Advanced Tools, then click Open Disk Defragmenter) 19 Click (Start), Control ...
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Windows Vista takes regular snapshots of the restore features in Windows, click (Start), Control Panel, System and Maintenance, then click Backup and Restore Center. 20 To take advantage of your system, called Restore Points. You can return to one of these Restore Points to get your computer to a previous state when everything worked right. 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 running again. backing up a bit -
Windows Vista takes regular snapshots of the restore features in Windows, click (Start), Control Panel, System and Maintenance, then click Backup and Restore Center. 20 To take advantage of your system, called Restore Points. You can return to one of these Restore Points to get your computer to a previous state when everything worked right. 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 running again. backing up a bit -
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... drive contents (Windows Vista, pre-installed software and drivers), click Create factory default disc or, to finish. 21 To create discs, click (Start), All Programs, Gateway, then click Gateway Recovery Management.
... drive contents (Windows Vista, pre-installed software and drivers), click Create factory default disc or, to finish. 21 To create discs, click (Start), All Programs, Gateway, then click Gateway Recovery Management.