Improving PC Performance, Index, Table of Contents

HP SR1440UK, a1005.uk Improving PC Performance, Index, Increasing Available Hard Disk Drive Space

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Improving PC Performance	39
Increasing Available Hard Disk Drive Space	39
Emptying the Recycle Bin	40
Uninstalling Programs	40
Cleaning Up Your Hard Disk Drive	40
Consolidating Scattered Files and Folders	41
Fixing Hard Disk Drive Errors	42
Index	43

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PC Basics Guide The information in this document is subject to change without notice Introducing the PC Table of ContentsManaging Files Using the InternetIntroducing the Software Index Improving PC PerformanceUninstalling Programs Cleaning Up Your Hard Disk Drivevi PC Basics Guide PC Base Components Introducing the PCExternal PC Components PC OperationAdditional PC Base Components Protecting Your PC Using a Power Surge SuppressorUsing Virus Protection Programs Turning Off the PC Using Windows UpdateStandby Mode 4 Click Turn Off2 Click Turn Off Computer Hibernation Mode2 Click Turn Off Computer 3 Click Stand By Restarting the PC 3 Click Performance and Maintenance, if it is presentAutomatic Standby or Hibernation 2 Click Control PanelUsing the Mouse Buttons Using the MouseAutoscrolling ScrollingClick means to press the left button on the mouse once Double-click means to press the left button on the mouse two ASwitching Mouse Button Functions Using the Keyboard5 Tick Switch primary and secondary buttons on the Buttons tab PanningKeyboard Shortcuts Standard Keyboard FeaturesAlphanumeric Keys Function KeysNumeric Keys Edit KeysArrow Keys Special Keyboard Buttons Keyboard IndicatorsVolume Control a ef Adjusting the MonitorMedia Control Keys Using Speakers Using a TV as a MonitorCables You May Need Viewing the PC Image on Your TV ScreenAdjusting Speaker Volume Using a Microphone3 In Adjust volume for, click Recording Adjusting Microphone VolumeUsing Your CD and DVD Drives Using Media DrivesHandling CDs and DVDs Inserting and Removing CDs and DVDs3 Gently place the disc in the tray with the label facing up Using a Printer Using a Diskette Floppy Drive20 PC Basics Guide Learning More about Software Using the DesktopIntroducing the Software Retrieving Desktop Icons Removing Desktop IconsUsing the All Programs Menu Using the Start MenuOrganising Your All Programs List 2 Choose All ProgramsControl Panel Using the Control PanelFeature Resizing WindowsWorking with Digital Images Organising Files with Folders Managing FilesCreating Folders Moving Files3 Under File and Folder Tasks, click Make a new folder 3 Click Move this fileFinding Files Copying Files3 Under File and Folder Tasks, click Copy this file 2 Under what do you want to search for?, click All files and foldersDeleting Files Renaming FilesGetting Files Out of the Recycle Bin RenameConnecting the Modem Using the InternetConnecting to the Internet About the Internet Setting Up the Ethernet ConnectionUsing a Browser Searching the Internet Restricting Internet Content3 Double-click Internet Options Sending and Receiving E-Mail2 Click Network and Internet Connections, if it is present Sending E-Mail Messages with Outlook Express If Using Outlook ExpressReceiving E-Mail Messages with Outlook Express If Your ISP Provides the E-Mail Program38 PC Basics Guide Improving PC Performance 4 Double-click Administrative ToolsIncreasing Available Hard Disk Drive Space Viewing the Amount of Used and Free Disk SpaceCleaning Up Your Hard Disk Drive Uninstalling ProgramsEmptying the Recycle Bin 2 Click Control Panel 3 Double-click Add or Remove Programs3 Click Defragment Consolidating Scattered Files and Folders4 Click Check Now Fixing Hard Disk Drive ErrorsIndex 44 PC Basics Guide

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