Apple 200 Series manual Reviewing the basics

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Reviewing the basics

The following illustration summarizes many of the basic skills and terms you learned from the tutorial.

The strip across the top of the screen is called the menu bar. The symbols and words in it represent menus of commands.

Icons are small pictures that represent disks, folders, programs, and documents. To open an icon, click the icon twice quickly.

To move a window, drag it by the title bar.

To find an answer to a question, look in the Guide (h) menu.

You can have several application programs open at once. To see which program is active or to switch from one program to another, use this menu (called the Application menu).

This icon represents your computer’s internal hard disk.

Windows are boxes that display text, graphics, or icons. To bring a partially covered window to the front, click anywhere in the window.

To close a window, click the close box.

To bring hidden portions of a window’s contents into view, click the scroll arrows.

To change the size or shape of a window, drag the size box.

To throw away an item you no longer want, drag it to the Trash and choose Empty Trash from the Special menu.

The Control Strip gives you a quick and easy way to monitor and update your PowerBook’s power management options. For instructions on using the Control Strip, see the “Batteries & Power” topic of Macintosh Guide, available in the Guide (h)menu.

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Contents User’sGuide Apple Computer, Inc Contents Power Management Connecting Additional EquipmentIndex Communications regulation information Vcci statement Power On button Power adapter port Getting Started Plugging in the computerWhen you are ready to begin Opening the display Turning on the computer Problems turning on your computer? Chapter What’s next? Learning the basics Tutorial are highlighted, then release the trackball button Reviewing the basics Turning the computer off Putting the computer to sleep Automatic sleepRestarting a computer that’s already on Where to find answers User’s GuideGetting Help Getting answers to your questions Getting answers with the Topics button Now continue with the next section Getting answers with the Index button Read and follow the instructions in the window Getting answers with the Look For button If you want to close Macintosh Guide, click here Tips for using Macintosh Guide Identifying objects on the screen Learning useful shortcuts Main Macintosh Shortcuts window appearsClick one of the category buttons Connecting Additional Equipment PowerBook Duo Dock and Duo Dock Connecting Additional Equipment PowerBook Duo MiniDock PowerBook Duo Floppy Adapter Connecting a printerConnecting a modem See the documentation that came with the modemExternal modem is ready to use Connecting Scsi devices TerminatorUsing your PowerBook as a Scsi disk HDI-30 ScsiConnecting your computer as a Scsi disk Turn on the PowerBook by pressing the power button Simplifying the connection process Quitting Scsi disk mode Connecting other devices Adding memory to your computerInstalling and Using Application Programs Installing application programsSwitching programs Working with several programs at a timeFinding out which programs are open Backing up your files Hiding and showing windows on the desktopPage Power Management Power sourcesResponding to low-power messages What you should do What you should knowRecharging the battery Recharging in the computerRecharging in a recharger Place the battery in the recharger as shown Removing or replacing the battery Recharging in both the computer and a rechargerReplacement batteries come with a door attached Replacing the backup battery Disposing of dead batteriesReconditioning the battery Following appears Maximizing work time Page Appendix a Health, Safety, and Maintenance Tips Health-related information about computer useMusculoskeletal discomfort Eye fatigue Arranging your work area and equipmentKeyboard and trackball Mouse Avoiding fatigue What about electromagnetic emissions?Important care and safety instructions Appendix a Caring for batteries Handling floppy disks Traveling with the PowerBook Storing the PowerBook Service and supportAppendix B Using Your Keyboard Control key Index Index Disk Tools disk 53 display. See also screen Index Index Index Index See Scsi Y, Z Apple Computer, Inc