Dell XPS Rxxx Personal Computer User Manual


 
Using and Installing Software 3-1
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This chapter provides information about using Windows 98 and Windows NT to per-
form basic tasks, such as starting programs, managing files, and properly shutting
down your computer system. It also discusses adding and removing software pack-
ages 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 and Windows NT provide 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 3-1), double-click the My Computer icon
on the Windows desktop.