Compaq 233789-371 manual Glossary

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Glossary

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This Glossary defines commonly used terms to help new users understand computer concepts. Some of the terms are used in this guide. An extensive Glossary is provided on the My Presario—Learning More CD.

1394 port A new type of connector for plugging in peripherals with extremely fast data transfer rates, such as video cameras.

cursor The blinking vertical line on the screen that indicates where the next character appears when you type.

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back up To copy files in case the original files are lost or damaged.

browser Software that searches for, displays, and downloads text, graphics, sound, and video from the Web.

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click (left click) To press and quickly release the left mouse button to select an item.

Ctrl+Alt+Delete Pressing and holding down the Ctrl key, then the Alt key, then the Delete key, and then releasing all three keys, to close a programme that is locked (not

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dialog box A small window that requests information from the user before a command can be completed.

double-clickTo press and quickly release the left mouse button two times in rapid succession to open an item.

download To receive files from another computer on the Internet.

drive A device that reads and sometimes writes to storage media. Examples are CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-ROM, Zip, diskette, and hard drives.

drop-down menu A list of options that displays when you click a menu, on the menu bar, or on the down arrow of a dialog box.

MY PRESARIO—GETTING STARTED

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Contents My Presario Getting Started Compaq Presario First Edition February Part Number Page Contents Windows Basics Understanding the System Status Lights Welcome to the Web Common Tasks Glossary Index Introduction This ChapterUsing My Presario-Getting Started Who Should Read This Guide?Symbols and Graphics Used Computer Illustrations and FeaturesWhere Can Find Information?Safety Safety and ComfortUsing My Presario-Learning More CD How Do I Find Information on the CD-ROM?Setting Up Your Computer What’s in Front? 5000 Series What’s in Back? 5000 SeriesWhat’s in Front? 3200 Series What’s in Back? 3200 SeriesSetting Up Your Computer 5000 Series Plug In and GoSetting Up Your Computer 3200 Series Setup, Login, and Passwords Setting up Microsoft WindowsSetup Login,and PasswordsRegistering with Microsoft RegistrationRegistering with Compaq Registration Creating Your User AccountPrinter Setup Setting Up Your Printer 5000 SeriesSetting Up Your Printer 3200 Series Setting UP Your Computer Features of the Windows Desktop Help Windows 3 BasicsFeatures Windows Desktop Viewing the Windows DesktopUsing the Start Menu Accessing Online Help HelpUsing Your Computer Main keys Arrow keys Function keys Keyboard BasicsGetting to Know the Standard Keyboard Keys Using CD/DVD Control Buttons Keyboard ButtonsUsing Internet Zone Buttons Using Quick Launch Web Buttons Help G and My programme D buttonsAdjusting the Volume Assigning.the My programme ButtonPutting Your Computer to Sleep Waking Your ComputerMailindicates when you have e-mail waiting to be read Proprietary Internet services such as AOLSleep indicates the computer is in the sleep mode NumbersAccessing Software and Files Scroll MouseMaking Screen Selections ScrollingAutoscrolling Speakers Turning on the SpeakersUsing the Diskette Drive 5000 Series Using the Diskette Drive 3200 SeriesDiskette, Hard Drive, CD-ROM DVD-ROM, Zip DrivesUsing the Hard Drive CD-ROM, CD-RW, or DVD-ROM Drive 5000 Series Press the Load/Eject ≤ 1 button to open the driveCD-ROM, CD-RW, or DVD-ROM Drive 3200 Series Press the Load/Eject 1 button to open the drive doorPlaying an Audio CD 5000 Series Removing a Disc from a Drive 5000 SeriesRemoving a Disc from a Drive 3200 Series Playing an Audio CD 3200 Series Playing a DVD-ROM Movie Model may varyUsing Regionalized DVDs Identifying Your Region SettingCreating Your Own CDs Inserting a Disk Into the Zip Drive Removing a Disk from the Zip DriveUsing Logitech QuickCam Internet Video Camera Internet Video CameraWelcome to Web Basic Concepts What Is the Internet?What Is a Hyperlink? Connecting with AOL Internet ConnectionSearching the Web Using AOL Web SearchesTyping an E-mail Message Setting Up Outlook Express E-mailMail Understanding E-mail Addresses Sending an E-mail Using Outlook Express Press the Instant E-mail ƒ button on the Internet keyboardContent Advisor Reading Your Outlook Express E-mail MessagesRestricting Internet Content My Presario Web Site Checking Your RegistrationCommon 6 Tasks Print Basics Digital Audio FilesUsing the Menu to Print Print BasicsGames Playing Games on Your ComputerInstalling Software from a CD, DVD, or Diskette SoftwareInstalling Software Downloaded from the Internet Common Tasks Computer 7 Upgrades Internal Components Upgrading Components Adding ComponentsAccessing Internal Computer Components Internal ComponentsUpgrading Components Upgrading the CD-ROM, CD-RW, and DVD-ROM DrivesTip Upgrading Computer Memory Adding Components Adding the Optional Hard DriveMY PRESARIO-GETTING Started Adding an Expansion or Option Card Type and number of expansion slots may vary by modelNeed Some Help? Helpful HintsEntering Bios Cmos Setup Helpful HintsQuickRestore Using the QuickRestore CDCompaq Support Audio CD-ROM, CD-RW, or DVD-ROM Diskette Drive Problem persists, run the Windows Maintenance Wizard to repair the driveDiskette drive light stays on Improperly insertedDisplay Monitor Commands Computer, press the Reset button againHard Drive Failed DriveInternet Access Keyboard and Scroll Mouse Memory Power Glossary Glossary MY PRESARIO-GETTING Started Glossary USB port universal serial bus port Symbols IndexCD-RW2-2, 4-12, 4-14, 7-3 diskette 2-2 MY PRESARIO-GETTING Started Index Index Port 2-2 See also Internet