Compaq 233789-371 manual USB port universal serial bus port

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search engine A programme, accessed on the Internet, that allows you to search large databases for information, using keywords or phrases.

serial port A small connector on the back of the computer (or keyboard) for plugging in a thin cable attached to a serial device, such as a mouse.

server A computer with a large hard disk that serves (provides information to) other computers connected to it by a network.

The Internet is a network of servers. When you send or receive e-mail, it travels from the sender’s computer to the receiver’s computer through a a number of servers.

shortcut An icon on the Windows desktop that you double-click to launch a programme.

software A programme that you can install on a computer from a diskette, CD, DVD, Zip disk, or the Internet. See programme.

surf To jump from place to place on the Internet, searching for topics of interest, by clicking hyperlinks. See hyperlink.

surge protector A device that regulates the flow of electricity to the computer and prevents high-voltage surges from damaging the equipment.

URL (uniform resource locator) The address of a Web site, such as www.compaq.com.

USB port (universal serial bus port)

A connector for plugging in multiple, ultra-high-speed peripherals. USB ports are gradually replacing serial ports and parallel ports and eliminating the need for so many connectors and cables.

V

virus A set of software instructions written to harm computers.

W

window A screen that displays on the Windows desktop after you select an item or open a programme.

Windows desktop The main screen you see when your computer completes startup.

Windows taskbar The gray bar across the bottom of the screen when your computer completes startup.

World Wide Web A system of Internet servers that support documents formatted in HTML. See HTML.

U

upload To send information to another computer on the Internet.

Z

zipped file A file that has been compressed to a smaller size by compression software, such as WinZip. It can be identified by the file extension .zip. See file extension.

GLOSSARY 4

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 This Chapter IntroductionWho Should Read This Guide? Using My Presario-Getting StartedComputer Illustrations and Features Symbols and Graphics UsedFind Information? Where CanSafety and Comfort SafetyHow Do I Find Information on the CD-ROM? Using My Presario-Learning More CDSetting Up Your Computer What’s in Back? 5000 Series What’s in Front? 5000 SeriesWhat’s in Back? 3200 Series What’s in Front? 3200 SeriesPlug In and Go Setting Up Your Computer 5000 SeriesSetting Up Your Computer 3200 Series Setting up Microsoft Windows Setup, Login, and PasswordsLogin,and Passwords SetupRegistering with Microsoft RegistrationRegistering with Compaq Creating Your User Account RegistrationSetting Up Your Printer 5000 Series Printer SetupSetting Up Your Printer 3200 Series Setting UP Your Computer Windows 3 Basics Features of the Windows Desktop HelpViewing the Windows Desktop Features Windows DesktopUsing the Start Menu Help Accessing Online HelpUsing Your Computer Main keys Arrow keys Function keys Keyboard BasicsGetting to Know the Standard Keyboard Keys Keyboard Buttons Using CD/DVD Control ButtonsUsing Internet Zone Buttons Help G and My programme D buttons Using Quick Launch Web ButtonsAssigning.the My programme Button Adjusting the VolumeWaking Your Computer Putting Your Computer to SleepNumbers Mailindicates when you have e-mail waiting to be readProprietary Internet services such as AOL Sleep indicates the computer is in the sleep modeScrolling Accessing Software and FilesScroll Mouse Making Screen SelectionsAutoscrolling Turning on the Speakers SpeakersDVD-ROM, Zip Drives Using the Diskette Drive 5000 SeriesUsing the Diskette Drive 3200 Series Diskette, Hard Drive, CD-ROMUsing the Hard Drive Press the Load/Eject ≤ 1 button to open the drive CD-ROM, CD-RW, or DVD-ROM Drive 5000 SeriesPress the Load/Eject 1 button to open the drive door CD-ROM, CD-RW, or DVD-ROM Drive 3200 SeriesPlaying 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 Model may vary Playing a DVD-ROM MovieIdentifying Your Region Setting Using Regionalized DVDsCreating Your Own CDs Removing a Disk from the Zip Drive Inserting a Disk Into the Zip DriveInternet Video Camera Using Logitech QuickCam Internet Video CameraWelcome to Web Basic Concepts What Is the Internet?What Is a Hyperlink? Internet Connection Connecting with AOLWeb Searches Searching the Web Using AOLTyping an E-mail Message Setting Up Outlook Express E-mailMail Understanding E-mail Addresses Press the Instant E-mail ƒ button on the Internet keyboard Sending an E-mail Using Outlook ExpressReading Your Outlook Express E-mail Messages Content AdvisorRestricting Internet Content Checking Your Registration My Presario Web SitePrint Basics Digital Audio Files Common 6 TasksPrint Basics Using the Menu to PrintPlaying Games on Your Computer GamesSoftware Installing Software from a CD, DVD, or DisketteInstalling Software Downloaded from the Internet Common Tasks Internal Components Upgrading Components Adding Components Computer 7 UpgradesInternal Components Accessing Internal Computer ComponentsUpgrading the CD-ROM, CD-RW, and DVD-ROM Drives Upgrading ComponentsTip Upgrading Computer Memory Adding the Optional Hard Drive Adding ComponentsMY PRESARIO-GETTING Started Type and number of expansion slots may vary by model Adding an Expansion or Option CardHelpful Hints Need Some Help?Helpful Hints Entering Bios Cmos SetupUsing the QuickRestore CD QuickRestoreCompaq Support Audio CD-ROM, CD-RW, or DVD-ROM Diskette Drive Improperly inserted Problem persists, run the WindowsMaintenance Wizard to repair the drive Diskette drive light stays onDisplay Monitor Failed Drive CommandsComputer, press the Reset button again Hard DriveInternet Access Keyboard and Scroll Mouse Memory Power Glossary Glossary MY PRESARIO-GETTING Started Glossary USB port universal serial bus port Index SymbolsCD-RW2-2, 4-12, 4-14, 7-3 diskette 2-2 MY PRESARIO-GETTING Started Index Index Port 2-2 See also Internet