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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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Other icons may be added depending on your screen is the Windows desktop Click (Start) to access programs and to turn off your computer 4 For more information about Windows, see on your computer's configuration. Drag items to the Recycle Bin to delete them Add icons of your own This is the Windows desktop. 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 turn off your computer 4 For more information about Windows, see on your computer's configuration. Drag items to the Recycle Bin to delete them Add icons of your own This is the Windows desktop. 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.
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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 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 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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To get there, click (Start), then click Computer. To save something right away, use the Documents folder that folder, click (Start), then click Documents. From there, you . Documents Already created for you, this folder is ready for you can see "Windows basics"under Help and Support. To access that has already been set up for immediate use Computer Look here to see what's on your computer 6 For more information about Windows, see everything on your computer. maintaining order Managing files and folders starts with the Computer folder.
To get there, click (Start), then click Computer. To save something right away, use the Documents folder that folder, click (Start), then click Documents. From there, you . Documents Already created for you, this folder is ready for you can see "Windows basics"under Help and Support. To access that has already been set up for immediate use Computer Look here to see what's on your computer 6 For more information about Windows, see everything on your computer. maintaining order Managing files and folders starts with the Computer folder.
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Get information about the newest features in Windows Vista® 7 To access the Welcome Center, click (Start), Control Panel, then click System and Maintenance. Click Welcome Center and select an option. The Welcome Center offers a wealth of options for getting more information about your computer, as well as links to a new one Learn about your computer Transfer files and settings from a previous computer to special deals from Gateway partners! welcome to the Welcome Center!
Get information about the newest features in Windows Vista® 7 To access the Welcome Center, click (Start), Control Panel, then click System and Maintenance. Click Welcome Center and select an option. The Welcome Center offers a wealth of options for getting more information about your computer, as well as links to a new one Learn about your computer Transfer files and settings from a previous computer to special deals from Gateway partners! welcome to the Welcome Center!
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Visit us at www.support.gateway.com. • Help and Support-This collection of Windows help with automated support, is a quick and easy way to get information 8 Click a link, do a search,...help? If you 're looking for. need a little extra 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. Just click (Start), then...
Visit us at www.support.gateway.com. • Help and Support-This collection of Windows help with automated support, is a quick and easy way to get information 8 Click a link, do a search,...help? If you 're looking for. need a little extra 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. Just click (Start), then...
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.... To start BigFix, click (Start), All Programs, then click BigFix. Check your User Guide for easyto-understand information on your Gateway computer, BigFix checks your computer for you know computers. To access the online guide, click (Start), All Programs, then click... Gateway Documentation. • Tech support-For help , continued... • User guide-For detailed information on using your Gateway computer, see the provided Reference Guide or online User Guide. help and advice you can...
.... To start BigFix, click (Start), All Programs, then click BigFix. Check your User Guide for easyto-understand information on your Gateway computer, BigFix checks your computer for you know computers. To access the online guide, click (Start), All Programs, then click... Gateway Documentation. • Tech support-For help , continued... • User guide-For detailed information on using your Gateway computer, see the provided Reference Guide or online User Guide. help and advice you can...
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... in the Internet address or URL (Universal Resource Locator) This is a Web page This is where you type in an Internet address, such as www.gateway.com, click Go, and you 've connected with an Internet connection. Click on your computer to the Internet, click (Start), then click Internet or the...
... in the Internet address or URL (Universal Resource Locator) This is a Web page This is where you type in an Internet address, such as www.gateway.com, click Go, and you 've connected with an Internet connection. Click on your computer to the Internet, click (Start), then click Internet or the...
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Staying in the To box. When your default e-mail program opens, complete any setup required, then click Create Mail and type the e-mail address of your message here For more information about e-mail, see"Using the Internet"in your online user guide. 11 Your message will arrive at most e-mail addresses in the Subject box, type the e-mail message, then click Send. Add a description in seconds. To send e-mail, connect to your Internet account. This is the user name part of an e-mail address This is usually free with your ISP, click (Start), then click E-mail. welcome to in ...
Staying in the To box. When your default e-mail program opens, complete any setup required, then click Create Mail and type the e-mail address of your message here For more information about e-mail, see"Using the Internet"in your online user guide. 11 Your message will arrive at most e-mail addresses in the Subject box, type the e-mail message, then click Send. Add a description in seconds. To send e-mail, connect to your Internet account. This is the user name part of an e-mail address This is usually free with your ISP, click (Start), then click E-mail. welcome to in ...
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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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.... Windows Media Player will create MP3s and save content such as data or movies to create a DVD For more information about using media, see your Gateway computer. Make sure that the songs you can do it all with a DVD burner, you want to save by right-clicking on your computer, then...
.... Windows Media Player will create MP3s and save content such as data or movies to create a DVD For more information about using media, see your Gateway computer. Make sure that the songs you can do it all with a DVD burner, you want to save by right-clicking on your computer, then...
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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 your computer: • Windows Security...
... 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 your computer: • Windows Security...
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Guard against spyware, pop-ups, and other unwanted software Select and control the type and level of protection you want for your computer For more information on security, see"Protecting Your Computer"in security features designed to protect 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 your computers.
Guard against spyware, pop-ups, and other unwanted software Select and control the type and level of protection you want for your computer For more information on security, see"Protecting Your Computer"in security features designed to protect 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 your computers.
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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. 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 should update Windows regularly to fix the problem.
You can schedule automatic updates with Windows Update 16 For more information on security, see"Protecting Your Computer"in your computer secure. 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 should update Windows regularly to fix the problem.
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To run Norton 360, click (Start), All Programs, Norton 360, then click Norton 360. virus-free with virus, spyware, firewall, and phishing protection turned on security, see"Protecting Your Computer"in your computer from viruses, hackers, and privacy threats. Keep virus definitions current to ensure up-to update Norton 360 after the complimentary trial period ends. For more information on . Your computer came with Norton 360 Norton 360 Norton 360 helps protect your user guide. 17 You need to extend your subscription to -date protection.
To run Norton 360, click (Start), All Programs, Norton 360, then click Norton 360. virus-free with virus, spyware, firewall, and phishing protection turned on security, see"Protecting Your Computer"in your computer from viruses, hackers, and privacy threats. Keep virus definitions current to ensure up-to update Norton 360 after the complimentary trial period ends. For more information on . Your computer came with Norton 360 Norton 360 Norton 360 helps protect your user guide. 17 You need to extend your subscription to -date protection.
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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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Select a task and follow the instructions. 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. improving performance Keep your hard drive (click Advanced Tools, then click Open Disk Defragmenter) 19 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 ...
Select a task and follow the instructions. 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. improving performance Keep your hard drive (click Advanced Tools, then click Open Disk Defragmenter) 19 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 ...
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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. 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. 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
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. 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. 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
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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. Before you have blank discs ready.
... 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. Before you have blank discs ready.