Installing Additional Software; Installing Software From A Cd Or Diskette - HP Compaq Presario,Presario 1700 Reference Manual

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Introducing Microsoft Windows 98
Paint allows you to create and edit graphics.
WordPad provides basic word processing features.
To use any one of these accessories, complete the following steps:
1. From the Windows Taskbar, click the Start button, then point to Programs.
2. Click Accessories and choose the feature you want to use.

Installing Additional Software

Once you have become accustomed to using your Internet PC and have explored
the pre-installed software, you may wish to purchase and install additional
software. When selecting software for your Internet PC, make sure it states on the
packaging that it is compatible with your Microsoft Windows operating system.
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HINT: If the software documentation contains installation instructions, use those
instructions. If not, you can complete the following steps for installing software from
a CD or diskette.
Software can be installed from a CD, a diskette, or downloaded from a Web site.
Many software CDs automatically begin the installation process when placed in the
CD drive. If you have a software CD that does not automatically begin the
installation process, you can install the software by using the Microsoft Windows
Add/Remove Programs utility.

Installing Software from a CD or Diskette

To install software from a CD that does not automatically install, or from a
diskette, complete the following steps:
1. Close all open programs.
2. From the Windows Taskbar, click the Start button, point to Settings, and then
click Control Panel.
3. Double-click the Add/Remove Programs
Programs Properties window is displayed. Click Install.
4. Insert the CD or diskette into the proper drive and click Next.
Microsoft Windows will find the CD or diskette and begin the installation process.
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