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We want to make your experience a satisfying one, so we've put together tips to help you for your Gateway computer. Thank you get started with your purchase! Thank you!
We want to make your experience a satisfying one, so we've put together tips to help you for your Gateway computer. Thank you get started with your purchase! 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 This is the Windows desktop. 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"under Help and Support in the Start menu. 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 This is the Windows desktop. 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"under Help and Support in the Start menu. The desktop includes a taskbar, Start button ( ), and Recycle Bin icon.
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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"Windows Basics"under Help and Support. 5 getting things started The Start menu is where it all your programs Type here to 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 networking, and change settings, or even shut down your computer. Whether you want to start a ...
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"Windows Basics"under Help and Support. 5 getting things started The Start menu is where it all your programs Type here to 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 networking, and change settings, or even shut down your computer. Whether you want to start a ...
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To get there, click (Start), then click Computer. Documents Already created for you, this folder is ready for immediate use the Documents folder that folder, click (Start), then click Documents. From there, you . maintaining order Managing files and folders starts with the Computer folder. To access that has already been set up 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. Documents Already created for you, this folder is ready for immediate use the Documents folder that folder, click (Start), then click Documents. From there, you . maintaining order Managing files and folders starts with the Computer folder. To access that has already been set up 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.
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To access the Welcome Center, click (Start), Control Panel, then click System and Maintenance. Get information about the newest features in Windows Vista® 7 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!
To access the Welcome Center, click (Start), Control Panel, then click System and Maintenance. Get information about the newest features in Windows Vista® 7 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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... 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, Gateway offers several options designed to get information 8 If you 're looking ...for. need a little extra help ? Visit us at www.support.gateway.com. • Help and Support-This collection of ...
... 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, Gateway offers several options designed to get information 8 If you 're looking ...for. need a little extra help ? Visit us at www.support.gateway.com. • Help and Support-This collection of ...
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... more about it finds something. 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 find the... number on the setup poster that came with your computer. • BigFix*-Pre-installed for you on your Gateway computer, BigFix checks your User Guide for problems and conflicts and ® lets you know computers.
... more about it finds something. 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 find the... number on the setup poster that came with your computer. • BigFix*-Pre-installed for you on your Gateway computer, BigFix checks your User Guide for problems and conflicts and ® lets you know computers.
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... more about the Internet, see where it takes you move over something, it and see "Using the Internet" in an Internet address, such as www.gateway.com, click Go, and you're on it 's a link. Click on your online user guide. surfing the 'net Explore the World Wide Web...
... more about the Internet, see where it takes you move over something, it and see "Using the Internet" in an Internet address, such as www.gateway.com, click Go, and you're on it 's a link. Click on your online user guide. surfing the 'net Explore the World Wide Web...
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When your ISP, click (Start), then click E-mail. To send e-mail, connect to 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 Internet account. Your message will arrive at most e-mail addresses in the Subject box, type the e-mail message, then click Send. welcome to in the To box. Staying in the To box [email protected] Type a short description of the person that you want to send a message to e-mail! Add a description in ...
When your ISP, click (Start), then click E-mail. To send e-mail, connect to 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 Internet account. Your message will arrive at most e-mail addresses in the Subject box, type the e-mail message, then click Send. welcome to in the To box. Staying in the To box [email protected] Type a short description of the person that you want to send a message to e-mail! Add a description in ...
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... DVD drive on DVD, click (Start), All Programs, then click Windows Media Player. Enjoy listening to play , pause, or stop disc playback. for your new Gateway computer. Note: You must have a DVD drive to favorite music CDs or watching DVDs with software already installed on your listening and viewing pleasure...
... DVD drive on DVD, click (Start), All Programs, then click Windows Media Player. Enjoy listening to play , pause, or stop disc playback. for your new Gateway computer. Note: You must have a DVD drive to favorite music CDs or watching DVDs with software already installed on your listening and viewing pleasure...
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... the DVD burner on the item and selecting Add to Burn List. Windows Media Player will create MP3s and save by right-clicking on your Gateway computer. When your selections are checked, then click Start Rip. Click Burn, then select the items you want to the Music folder. Put a music CD...
... the DVD burner on the item and selecting Add to Burn List. Windows Media Player will create MP3s and save by right-clicking on your Gateway computer. When your selections are checked, then click Start Rip. Click Burn, then select the items you want to the Music folder. Put a music CD...
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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-...
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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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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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. 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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Keep virus definitions current to ensure up-to update Norton 360 after the complimentary trial period ends. 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. To run Norton 360, click (Start), All Programs, Norton 360, then click Norton 360. For more information on . virus-free with virus, spyware, firewall, and phishing protection turned on security, see"Protecting Your Computer"in your subscription to -date protection.
Keep virus definitions current to ensure up-to update Norton 360 after the complimentary trial period ends. 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. To run Norton 360, click (Start), All Programs, Norton 360, then click Norton 360. For more information on . virus-free with virus, spyware, firewall, and phishing protection turned on security, see"Protecting Your Computer"in your subscription to -date protection.
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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. To fix the problem, click that icon and BigFix will...
... 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. To fix the problem, click that icon and BigFix will...
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Do this regularly and you'll have a smoother running condition with regular maintenance. Select a task and follow the instructions. Click (Start), Control Panel, System and Maintenance, then click Performance Information and Tools. 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...
Do this regularly and you'll have a smoother running condition with regular maintenance. Select a task and follow the instructions. Click (Start), Control Panel, System and Maintenance, then click Performance Information and Tools. 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...
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Windows Vista takes regular snapshots of your computer to get your computer running again. 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 system, called Restore Points. 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
Windows Vista takes regular snapshots of your computer to get your computer running again. 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 system, called Restore Points. 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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... 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. To create recovery discs for your system. Before you create these"recovery discs...
... 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. To create recovery discs for your system. Before you create these"recovery discs...