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CHAPTER 5

Introducing Microsoft Windows 98

 

Customizing the Windows Desktop........................................................................................

5-1

Arranging Icons .............................................................................................................

5-2

Selecting a Background .................................................................................................

5-2

Adding a Screen Saver ..................................................................................................

5-3

Finding Help..........................................................................................................................

5-4

Windows Help................................................................................................................

5-4

Running Microsoft Windows (available on select models)...............................................

5-4

Microsoft Windows Starts Here (available on select models) ..........................................

5-4

Searching for Files ................................................................................................................

5-5

Creating New Folders ............................................................................................................

5-5

Deleting Files and Folders .....................................................................................................

5-6

Creating Shortcuts ................................................................................................................

5-6

Using Microsoft Windows Accessories...................................................................................

5-7

Installing Additional Software ................................................................................................

5-8

Installing Software from a CD or Diskette.......................................................................

5-8

Installing a Downloaded Program File ............................................................................

5-9

CHAPTER 6

Surfing the Internet

 

 

Internet Addresses (URLs) .....................................................................................................

6-1

Understanding the World Wide Web ......................................................................................

6-2

Choosing an Internet Service Provider ...................................................................................

6-2

Using a Web Browser ............................................................................................................

6-3

Microsoft Internet Explorer.............................................................................................

6-3

Surfing Tips ..........................................................................................................................

6-4

Accessing a Search Engine............................................................................................

6-4

Using a Search Engine...................................................................................................

6-5