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Thank you get started with your purchase! Thank you for your Gateway computer. We want to make your experience a satisfying one, so we've put together tips to help you !
Thank you get started with your purchase! Thank you for your Gateway computer. We want to make your experience a satisfying one, so we've put together tips to help 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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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. The desktop includes a taskbar, Start button ( ), and Recycle Bin icon. 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. we do Windows After you start your computer and complete the Windows® setup, the first thing you'll see "Windows Basics...
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. The desktop includes a taskbar, Start button ( ), and Recycle Bin icon. 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. we do Windows After you start your computer and complete the Windows® setup, the first thing you'll 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 Click here to find a file, change settings, or even shut down your system, the Start menu is the command center of 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 computer For more information about Windows, see all begins. getting things started The Start menu is where it all your...
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 Click here to find a file, change settings, or even shut down your system, the Start menu is the command center of 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 computer For more information about Windows, see all begins. getting things started The Start menu is where it all your...
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To access that has already been set up for immediate use the Documents folder that folder, click (Start), then click Documents. From there, you . To save something right away, use Computer Look here to see "Windows basics"under Help and Support. To get there, click (Start), then click Computer. 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 access that has already been set up for immediate use the Documents folder that folder, click (Start), then click Documents. From there, you . To save something right away, use Computer Look here to see "Windows basics"under Help and Support. To get there, click (Start), then click Computer. 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.
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Click Welcome Center and select an option. To access the Welcome Center, click (Start), Control Panel, then click System and Maintenance. Get information about your computer Transfer files and settings from a previous computer to a new one Learn about your computer, as well as links to the Welcome Center! The Welcome Center offers a wealth of options for getting more information about the newest features in Windows Vista 7 welcome to special deals from Gateway partners!
Click Welcome Center and select an option. To access the Welcome Center, click (Start), Control Panel, then click System and Maintenance. Get information about your computer Transfer files and settings from a previous computer to a new one Learn about your computer, as well as links to the Welcome Center! The Welcome Center offers a wealth of options for getting more information about the newest features in Windows Vista 7 welcome to special deals from Gateway partners!
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..., is a quick and easy way to find what you need additional help? 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. Gateway's Web support is available 24 hours a day, ...
..., is a quick and easy way to find what you need additional help? 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. Gateway's Web support is available 24 hours a day, ...
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You can find the number on the label that's on your Gateway computer, BigFix checks your User Guide for easyto-understand information on a variety of topics • BigFix-Pre-installed for problems and conflicts and lets you ... about it finds something. To start BigFix, click (Start), All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, then click BigFix. 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 learn more complex tasks...
You can find the number on the label that's on your Gateway computer, BigFix checks your User Guide for easyto-understand information on a variety of topics • BigFix-Pre-installed for problems and conflicts and lets you ... about it finds something. To start BigFix, click (Start), All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, then click BigFix. 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 learn more complex tasks...
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... a linked Web page If your way. surfing the 'net Explore the World Wide Web with . Type in an Internet address, such as www.gateway.com, click Go, and you're on it 's a link. To get to a telephone line, Digital Subscriber Line (DSL), or cable TV line and sign up...
... a linked Web page If your way. surfing the 'net Explore the World Wide Web with . Type in an Internet address, such as www.gateway.com, click Go, and you're on it 's a link. To get to a telephone line, Digital Subscriber Line (DSL), or cable TV line and sign up...
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Staying in seconds. Your message will arrive at most e-mail addresses in touch with family and friends is easy with your Internet account. To send e-mail, connect to e-mail! When your default e-mail program opens, complete any setup required, then click Create Mail and type the e-mail address of an e-mail address This is usually free with e-mail and is the Internet domain name part of an e-mail address Type the e-mail address of the person you want to send a message to in your online user guide. 11 This is the user name part of the person that you want to send a ...
Staying in seconds. Your message will arrive at most e-mail addresses in touch with family and friends is easy with your Internet account. To send e-mail, connect to e-mail! When your default e-mail program opens, complete any setup required, then click Create Mail and type the e-mail address of an e-mail address This is usually free with e-mail and is the Internet domain name part of an e-mail address Type the e-mail address of the person you want to send a message to in your online user guide. 11 This is the user name part of the person that you want to send a ...
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...: You must have a DVD disc drive to play , pause, or stop disc playback. Put the disk into the CD or DVD drive on your new Gateway computer. To listen to play a DVD Songs or scene selections from Windows Media Player. You can control how the music CD or video DVD plays...
...: You must have a DVD disc drive to play , pause, or stop disc playback. Put the disk into the CD or DVD drive on your new Gateway computer. To listen to play a DVD Songs or scene selections from Windows Media Player. You can control how the music CD or video DVD plays...
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... For more information about using media, see your computer. rip, burn, play Create a custom music CD with easy-to-use software already installed on your Gateway computer. Put a music CD in the disc drive on your computer, then click Rip. Windows Media Player will create MP3s and save , click Start Burn...
... For more information about using media, see your computer. rip, burn, play Create a custom music CD with easy-to-use software already installed on your Gateway computer. Put a music CD in the disc drive on your computer, then click Rip. Windows Media Player will create MP3s and save , click Start Burn...
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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 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 securing the perimeter Windows Vista provides built-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 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 securing the perimeter Windows Vista provides built-in your computers. To view or change Windows Vista security settings, click (Start), Control Panel, Security, then click Security Center.
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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. 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. Click Express to fix the problem. You should update Windows regularly 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. 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. Click Express to fix the problem. You should update Windows regularly to keep your online user guide.
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Your computer came with McAfee McAfee SecurityCenter McAfee SecurityCenter helps protect your computer from viruses, hackers, and privacy threats. To turn on that service and keep the other ones on . virus-free with McAfee VirusScan, Personal Firewall, and Spamkiller turned on as well, connect to the Internet and register McAfee SecurityCenter when prompted. For more information on security, see"Protecting Your Computer"in your subscription to extend your user guide. 17 You need to update McAfee SecurityCenter after the complimentary trial period ends. McAfee Privacy ...
Your computer came with McAfee McAfee SecurityCenter McAfee SecurityCenter helps protect your computer from viruses, hackers, and privacy threats. To turn on that service and keep the other ones on . virus-free with McAfee VirusScan, Personal Firewall, and Spamkiller turned on as well, connect to the Internet and register McAfee SecurityCenter when prompted. For more information on security, see"Protecting Your Computer"in your subscription to extend your user guide. 17 You need to update McAfee SecurityCenter after the complimentary trial period ends. McAfee Privacy ...
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... information on security, see"Protecting your Computer"in 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...
... information on security, see"Protecting your Computer"in 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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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 condition with regular maintenance. Select an option and follow the instructions. Click (Start), Control Panel, ...
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 condition with regular maintenance. Select an option and follow the instructions. Click (Start), Control Panel, ...
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To take advantage of these Restore Points 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 to get your system, called Restore Points. Vista takes regular snapshots of your computer running again. backing up a bit - 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
To take advantage of these Restore Points 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 to get your system, called Restore Points. Vista takes regular snapshots of your computer running again. backing up a bit - 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
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.... Make your selection, then continue with your system. CD-RW, DVD-RW, and DVD+RW discs will not work. To create the disc, click (Start), Gateway Recovery Center, then click Factory Recovery External Media and follow the on-screen instructions. prepare to recover When you first get your computer, it is...
.... Make your selection, then continue with your system. CD-RW, DVD-RW, and DVD+RW discs will not work. To create the disc, click (Start), Gateway Recovery Center, then click Factory Recovery External Media and follow the on-screen instructions. prepare to recover When you first get your computer, it is...