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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 for your Gateway computer. Thank you !
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 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 delete them Add icons of your own Use Gadgets to watch the time, check the latest news, or view a favorite photo This is the Windows desktop. The desktop includes a taskbar, Start button ( ), and Recycle Bin icon. Other icons may be added depending on your screen is the Windows desktop Click (Start) to access programs and to turn off your computer's configuration. we do Windows After you start your computer and complete the Windows® setup, the first thing you'll see on your computer 4 For more information about Windows, see"Windows Basics...
Drag items to the Recycle Bin to delete them Add icons of your own Use Gadgets to watch the time, check the latest news, or view a favorite photo This is the Windows desktop. The desktop includes a taskbar, Start button ( ), and Recycle Bin icon. Other icons may be added depending on your screen is the Windows desktop Click (Start) to access programs and to turn off your computer's configuration. we do Windows After you start your computer and complete the Windows® setup, the first thing you'll see on your computer 4 For more information about Windows, see"Windows Basics...
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Click here to access the Internet, e-mail, and your most frequently used programs Click here to open files and folders, access networking, and to change settings, or even shut down your computer. 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 For more information about Windows, see all begins. getting things started The Start menu is where it all your programs Type here to find a file, change ...
Click here to access the Internet, e-mail, and your most frequently used programs Click here to open files and folders, access networking, and to change settings, or even shut down your computer. 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 For more information about Windows, see all begins. getting things started The Start menu is where it all your programs Type here to find a file, change ...
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From there, you . To access that has already been set up for immediate use Computer Look here to see "Windows basics"under Help and Support. To save something right away, use the Documents folder that folder, click (Start), then click Documents. Documents Already created for you, this folder is ready 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. To get there, click (Start), then click Computer.
From there, you . To access that has already been set up for immediate use Computer Look here to see "Windows basics"under Help and Support. To save something right away, use the Documents folder that folder, click (Start), then click Documents. Documents Already created for you, this folder is ready 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. To get there, click (Start), then click Computer.
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welcome to special deals from a previous computer to a new one Learn about your computer, as well as links to the Welcome Center! 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 the newest features in Windows Vista 7 Click Welcome Center and select an option. Get information about your computer Transfer files and settings from Gateway partners!
welcome to special deals from a previous computer to a new one Learn about your computer, as well as links to the Welcome Center! 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 the newest features in Windows Vista 7 Click Welcome Center and select an option. Get information about your computer Transfer files and settings from Gateway partners!
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..., or simply browse to find what you need additional help and troubleshooting information, along with something on your computer, Gateway offers several options designed to get information 8 Gateway's Web support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Help and Support is easily accessible. Just click...need a little extra help with automated support, is a quick and easy way 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.
..., or simply browse to find what you need additional help and troubleshooting information, along with something on your computer, Gateway offers several options designed to get information 8 Gateway's Web support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Help and Support is easily accessible. Just click...need a little extra help with automated support, is a quick and easy way 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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...label ® Check your User Guide for easyto-understand information on a variety of topics • BigFix-Pre-installed for you on your Gateway computer, BigFix checks your computer for problems and conflicts and lets you can find the number on the label that's on your desktop or... notebook computer. To open, click (Start), All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. • Tech support-For help , continued... • User guide-For clear, yet comprehensive, information on everything from basic definitions to people...
...label ® Check your User Guide for easyto-understand information on a variety of topics • BigFix-Pre-installed for you on your Gateway computer, BigFix checks your computer for problems and conflicts and lets you can find the number on the label that's on your desktop or... notebook computer. To open, click (Start), All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. • Tech support-For help , continued... • User guide-For clear, yet comprehensive, information on everything from basic definitions to people...
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... Internet, click (Start), then click Internet or the ISP you 're on it and see "Using the Internet" in an Internet address, such as www.gateway.com, click Go, and you 've connected with. The address bar is where you type in the Internet address or URL (Universal Resource Locator) This...
... Internet, click (Start), then click Internet or the ISP you 're on it and see "Using the Internet" in an Internet address, such as www.gateway.com, click Go, and you 've connected with. The address bar is where you type in the Internet address or URL (Universal Resource Locator) This...
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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 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 your message here For more information about e-mail, see"Using the Internet"in touch with family and friends is easy with e-mail and is the Internet domain name part of an e-mail address Type the e-mail address of an e-mail address This is usually free with your Internet ...
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 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 your message here For more information about e-mail, see"Using the Internet"in touch with family and friends is easy with e-mail and is the Internet domain name part of an e-mail address Type the e-mail address of an e-mail address This is usually free with your Internet ...
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You can also control the volume here. 12 For more information about using media, see your new Gateway computer. You can control how the music CD or video DVD plays from the disc you are playing are listed here Click these buttons to ...
You can also control the volume here. 12 For more information about using media, see your new Gateway computer. You can control how the music CD or video DVD plays from the disc you are playing are listed here Click these buttons to ...
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... a video DVD of are checked, then click Start Rip. rip, burn, play Create a custom music CD with easy-to-use software already installed on your Gateway computer. Create a DVD To save them to the Music folder. Windows Media Player will create MP3s and save content such as data or movies to...
... a video DVD of are checked, then click Start Rip. rip, burn, play Create a custom music CD with easy-to-use software already installed on your Gateway computer. Create a DVD To save them to the Music folder. Windows Media Player will create MP3s and save content such as data or movies to...
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... of a virus affecting your computer • BigFix-Monitors your computer for problems, and alerts you keep your online user guide. keeping your computer safe Your Gateway computer comes with hardware and software features that can help you if something is detected 14 For more information on security, see"Protecting Your Computer...
... of a virus affecting your computer • BigFix-Monitors your computer for problems, and alerts you keep your online user guide. keeping your computer safe Your Gateway computer comes with hardware and software features that can help you if something is detected 14 For more information on security, see"Protecting Your Computer...
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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 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.
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Click Express to fix the problem. You should update Windows regularly to keep your online user guide. 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 download high-priority updates, including those that are security related. To run Windows Update, click (Start), All Programs, then click Windows Update. You can schedule automatic updates with Windows Update 16 For more information on security, see"Protecting Your Computer"in your computer secure.
Click Express to fix the problem. You should update Windows regularly to keep your online user guide. 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 download high-priority updates, including those that are security related. To run Windows Update, click (Start), All Programs, then click Windows Update. 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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Your computer came with McAfee McAfee SecurityCenter McAfee SecurityCenter helps protect your subscription to update McAfee SecurityCenter after the complimentary trial period ends. You need to the Internet and register McAfee SecurityCenter when prompted. For more information on . To run McAfee SecurityCenter, click (Start), All Programs, McAfee, then click McAfee SecurityCenter. virus-free with McAfee VirusScan, Personal Firewall, and Spamkiller turned on security, see"Protecting Your Computer"in your user guide. 17 To turn on that service and keep the other ones on as well, ...
Your computer came with McAfee McAfee SecurityCenter McAfee SecurityCenter helps protect your subscription to update McAfee SecurityCenter after the complimentary trial period ends. You need to the Internet and register McAfee SecurityCenter when prompted. For more information on . To run McAfee SecurityCenter, click (Start), All Programs, McAfee, then click McAfee SecurityCenter. virus-free with McAfee VirusScan, Personal Firewall, and Spamkiller turned on security, see"Protecting Your Computer"in your user guide. 17 To turn on that service and keep the other ones on as well, ...
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... alerts you by flashing the blue taskbar icon ( ). Click here 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 information on the Internet. secure with Big Fix BigFix Your computer may include BigFix...
... alerts you by flashing the blue taskbar icon ( ). Click here 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 information on the Internet. secure with Big Fix BigFix Your computer may include BigFix...
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Click (Start), Control Panel, then click System and Maintenance. Select an option and follow the instructions. 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 Open Disk Defragmenter) 19 Do this regularly and you'll have a smoother running ...
Click (Start), Control Panel, then click System and Maintenance. Select an option and follow the instructions. 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 Open Disk Defragmenter) 19 Do this regularly and you'll have a smoother running ...
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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 - You can return to one of these Restore Points to get your computer to a previous state when everything worked right. To take advantage of your system, called Restore Points. Vista takes regular snapshots 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 running again. backing up a bit - You can return to one of these Restore Points to get your computer to a previous state when everything worked right. To take advantage of your system, called Restore Points. Vista takes regular snapshots of the restore features in Windows, click (Start), Control Panel, System and Maintenance, then click Backup and Restore Center. 20
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...'ll need either Create System Recovery Discs (makes a backup of the software that came with the on -screen instructions. To create the disc, click (Start), Gateway Recovery Center, then click Factory Recovery External Media and follow the on -screen instructions. 21 CD-RW, DVD-RW, and DVD+RW discs will not...
...'ll need either Create System Recovery Discs (makes a backup of the software that came with the on -screen instructions. To create the disc, click (Start), Gateway Recovery Center, then click Factory Recovery External Media and follow the on -screen instructions. 21 CD-RW, DVD-RW, and DVD+RW discs will not...