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eMachines EL1200 Series manual Changing gadgets

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Changing gadgets

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Changing gadgets

Gadgets are constantly running mini-programs that are visible on your Windows desktop. They can be moved, removed, resized, and configured according to your preference. Although you can position them anywhere on your desktop, gadgets are usually visible on the right edge of your screen in the Sidebar.

Gadgets can include:

•Clocks and timers

•News feeds, weather forecasts, and stock tickers

•Slide shows and puzzles

•Calendars and contact lists

•Sticky notes

To add a gadget:

1Click the + at the top of the Sidebar, or right-click in an empty area of the Sidebar and click Add Gadgets. The gadget selection window opens.

2Click the gadget you want, then drag it to the Sidebar.

Tip

To shop online for more gadgets, click Get more gadgets online.

To delete a gadget, right-click the gadget, then click Close Gadget.

To configure a gadget:

1In the Sidebar, right-click the gadget, then click Options. The gadget’s configuration window opens.

2Make the changes you want, then click OK. Your changes are saved.

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Contents

Desktop PC User Guide Page Chapter 1 Getting Help ContentsChapter 2 Using Windows Chapter 3 Using the Internet and FaxingChapter 7 Customizing Windows Bluetooth networkingChapter 5 Networking Your Computer Chapter 6 Protecting your computerNotices Contents Using the eMachines Web site Using Help and Support Using online help ChapterGetting Help Chapter 1 Getting Help Using the eMachines Web siteUsing Help and Support Thank you for purchasing our computerUsing online help Contacting eMachinesGetting help for Windows Media Center Chapter 1 Getting Help Chapter Using WindowsUsing the Windows desktop Working with files and folders Searching for files Working with documents ShortcutsChapter 2 Using Windows Using the Windows desktopDesktop elements DescriptionUsing the Start menu HelpShortcut Help Adding icons to the desktopIdentifying window items Chapter 2 Using WindowsWindow item DescriptionClicking the close button closes the active window or program Chapter 2 Using Windows Working with files and foldersViewing drives Creating foldersCopying and moving files and folders ShortcutHelp Chapter 2 Using Windows Deleting files and foldersHelp Using the Windows SearchSearching for files HelpHelp Using advanced search optionsBrowsing for files and folders Chapter 2 Using WindowsHelp Working with documentsCreating a new document Saving a documentHelp Opening a documentPrinting a document Chapter 2 Using WindowsShortcuts Do thisHelp Chapter 2 Using Windows Sending a fax Receiving and viewing a fax Using the Internet and FaxingLearning about the Internet Setting up an Internet account Using the World Wide Web Using e-mail Using Windows Fax and ScanSetting up an Internet account Learning about the InternetChapter 3 Using the Internet and Faxing Help Using the World Wide WebAccessing your Internet account Connecting to a Web siteChapter 3 Using the Internet and Faxing Using e-mailDownloading files Sending e-mailHelp Using Windows Fax and ScanChecking your e-mail Sending a fax3 If you have never sent a fax on this computer before, click New Fax on the toolbar. The Fax Setup window opens Chapter 3 Using the Internet and FaxingPage Chapter 3 Using the Internet and Faxing Setting up your cover page templateFaxing a scanned document or from programs Canceling a faxChapter 3 Using the Internet and Faxing Receiving and viewing a faxCreating music CDs and video DVDs Creating and copying data discs Using Windows Media CenterPlaying and Creating Media Files Playing music and movies Creating audio files and music librariesShortcut Playing music and moviesPlaying audio and video files Chapter 4 Playing and Creating Media FilesShortcut Playing an optical disc using Windows Media PlayerPlaying optical discs Help4 If the disc is not already playing, click play Chapter 4 Playing and Creating Media FilesHelp Creating audio files and music librariesCreating music files Recording audio filesChapter 4 Playing and Creating Media Files Creating WMA and MP3 music filesEditing track information Building a music libraryChapter 4 Playing and Creating Media Files Creating a music CD using Windows Media PlayerCreating music CDs and video DVDs Creating a music CDCreating a video DVD Creating a video DVD using Windows DVD MakerChapter 4 Playing and Creating Media Files 4 Click Add items. The Add Items to DVD dialog box opens6 Click Next. The Ready to burn disc dialog box opens Creating and copying data discs Creating a data discHelp 1 Click Start, All Programs, then click Windows Media Center. - OR Using Windows Media CenterStarting Windows Media Center Chapter 4 Playing and Creating Media FilesOnline Media lets you play online games Chapter 4 Playing and Creating Media Files Using the Media Center remote controlButtons FunctionsIntroduction to Networking Ethernet networking Bluetooth networking Networking Your ComputerChapter Ethernet networking Wired Ethernet networkingUsing a router Introduction to Networking2 Click System and Maintenance, then click System Equipment you need for a router-based Ethernet networkChapter 5 Networking Your Computer Setting up wired Ethernet network hardwareWireless Ethernet networking Access point Wireless Ethernet standardsUsing an access point Equipment you need for an access point-based network2 Click System and Maintenance, then click System Setting up wireless Ethernet network hardwareEstablishing your Ethernet network connection Naming the computers and the workgroupHelp Configuring the TCP/IP protocolConnecting to a wireless Ethernet network Chapter 5 Networking Your Computer1 Click Start, then click Network. The Network window opens To connect to your wireless Ethernet networkSharing resources Testing your networkWireless security Adding a printer to your networkTo share drives or folders 1 Click Start, then click Computer View a network driveOpen and copy files stored on other network computers Print documents on network printers Sharing drives or foldersOpening files across the network Using the networkViewing shared drives and folders Creating a shortcut to a network drive3 Click Bluetooth Devices Bluetooth networkingCopying files across the network Printing files across the network5 Under Personal Area Network, click Bluetooth Network Connection Chapter 5 Networking Your ComputerHelp Hardware security Data security Security updates Protecting your computerChapter Kensington lock slot Startup and hard drive passwordHardware security Data securityHelp Using NortonProtecting your computer from viruses Removing viruses and spyware4 Click the type of scan you want to run, then click Go Chapter 6 Protecting your computer2 At the top of the window, click Tasks. The Tasks window opens 3 Click Run Scans. The Choose Scans window opens3 At the top of the window, click Tasks. The Tasks window opens Updating your virus and spyware definitionsTo update your virus and spyware definitions 1 Make sure that you are connected to the Internet1 Click Start, Control Panel, then Click Security Using Windows Security CenterModifying security settings Chapter 6 Protecting your computer1 Click Start, Control Panel, then click Security Security updatesWindows Update HelpChapter 6 Protecting your computer Scheduling automatic updatesBigFix 3 Click Windows UpdateSetting up parental controls Changing screen settings Changing system soundsChanging mouse settings Adding and modifying user accounts Changing power-saving settings Changing accessibility settingsHelp Changing screen settingsChanging color depth and screen resolution ChapterChanging the appearance of windows and backgrounds Selecting a screen saver ChapterHelp Changing gadgets Using a gadget’s control panel Configuring the gadget SidebarChapter Shortcut Setting up multiple monitorsChapter Changing system soundsHelp Changing mouse settingsAdding and modifying user accounts User account tipsChapter To add, delete, or modify user accountsHelp Shortcut Changing power-saving settingsChanging the power plan Help6 Click Save changes ChapterUsing the Ease of Access Center Changing accessibility settingsSetting up parental controls Using voice recognitionChapter Filtering Internet access Restricting game access Scheduling computer and Internet useChapter 3 Click Set game ratings. The Game Restrictions dialog box opens Restricting specific programs Creating activity reportsChapter Notices All Rights ReservedTrademark acknowledgments Chapter Index Page Page Page Page MAN ECOOPER USR GDE 11/08