Chapter 5: Using software

Using HP TouchSmart software or HP MediaSmart software

Depending on your computer model, your computer has preinstalled HP TouchSmart or HP MediaSmart software. TouchSmart and MediaSmart turn your computer into a mobile entertainment center. You can enjoy music and DVD and BD movies. You can also manage and edit your photo collections.

TouchSmart and MediaSmart include the following features:

■Internet TV—View a range of TV shows and channels, as well as the HP-TV channel streamed in full-screen mode to computers with an Internet connection.

■Photo and video upload support, for example:

❏Upload your MediaSmart photos to Internet photo storage sites, such as Snapfish.

❏Upload your home videos (for example, fun videos created with the integrated webcam) directly to YouTube.

■Pandora Internet radio (North America only)—Listen to music selected just for you, streamed from the Internet.

»To start TouchSmart or MediaSmart, double-tap the TouchSmart icon or the MediaSmart icon on the taskbar.

For information about using MediaSmart, click Start, click Help and Support, and then type MediaSmart in the Search box.

Installing software from an optical disc

To install any software from an optical disc, follow these steps:

1.Insert the disc into an optional external optical drive.

2.When the installation wizard opens, follow the on-screen instructions.

3.Restart the computer if you are prompted to do so.

✎For information about using software included with the computer, refer to the software manufacturer's instructions. These instructions may be provided with the software, on

disc, or on the manufacturer's Web site.

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