Chapter 4: using and installing software, Accessing programs, Basic file management – Dell Inspiron 3500 User Manual

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Using and Installing Software

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This chapter provides information about using the Windows 98 operating system to
perform basic tasks, such as starting programs, managing files, and properly shutting
down your computer. It also discusses adding and removing software packages and
loading device drivers.

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To access your programs, follow these steps:

1.

Click the Start button, and then point to Programs.

In the Programs menu, a folder icon appears next to program groups with
multiple programs.

2.

Click the program you want to start.

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Windows 98 provides file management and browsing capabilities with Windows
Explorer
and My Computer.

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My Computer contains various icons that represent the contents of your computer.
Icons appear for any installed drives, as well as the Control Panel and printers. To
open the My Computer window (see Figure 4-1), double-click the My Computer icon
on the desktop.

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