4 HP QuickWeb
Getting started
The HP QuickWeb environment provides a fun and engaging way to perform many of your favorite
activities. Your computer is ready to go within seconds of starting QuickWeb, allowing you to rapidly
access the Internet, widgets, and communication programs. Simply press the QuickWeb button on
your computer, and then start browsing the Internet, communicating with Skype, and exploring other
HP QuickWeb programs.
Your HP QuickWeb Home screen includes the following features:
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Web browser—Search and browse the Internet, and create links to your favorite Web sites.
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Skype—Communicate using Skype, an application that uses voice over Internet protocol (VoIP).
Skype lets you make conference calls or have video chats with one or more people at a time.
You can also make long-distance phone calls to land lines.
● QuickWeb E-Mail—Read and send e-mail by connecting to Web-based e-mail providers or to
your own mail server.
● Widgets—Start using widgets for news, weather, social networking, stocks, a calculator, sticky
notes, and more. You can also use Widget Manager to add more widgets to the HP QuickWeb
Home screen.
NOTE: For additional information about using HP QuickWeb, refer to the HP QuickWeb software
Help.
Starting HP QuickWeb
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To start HP QuickWeb, press the QuickWeb button when the computer is off or in Hibernation.
The following table explains the different behaviors of the QuickWeb button.
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