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increases productivity because users are not interrupted during normal working
hours and LAN traffic is kept to a minimum.
IBM-Preinstalled Software
IBM-preinstalled software is provided with some PC models. This software,
installed by IBM during manufacture of the computer, includes an operating system,
device drivers to support built-in features, and other support programs. Detailed
information about this software is included in About Your Software, which is
included with the preinstallation package.
Operating System Support
Your computer is designed to use a variety of operating systems in order to meet
your particular needs. See page 14 for a list of operating systems that you can use
with your PC.
Ease-of-Use Features
Your computer has many features that make it easy to work with, including Plug
and Play technology and easy-to-use diagnostic programs.
Support for Plug and Play technology is built into the system board of your PC.
This feature makes adding options easier. When you add an adapter that is Plug
and Play-compatible, the adapter is configured automatically. In most cases, no
switches or jumpers have to be set on the adapter.
If you have a problem with your PC, IBM provides an easy-to-use diagnostic
program (QAPlus/PRO) that you can run to help determine if a hardware
component is causing the problem. QAPlus/PRO and other operating
system-specific diagnostic programs are included on the Ready-to-Configure CD that
comes with your computer. (Create the QAPlus/PRO diskette as soon as possible,
so that you will be ready to diagnose a problem if one should occur.)
Ergonomic Features
Your PC has ergonomic features which make it more comfortable to use. The
power switch and indicator lights are located on the front panel for easy access and
visibility. Also, you can easily change monitor settings to reduce or eliminate flicker
and jitter, and you can adjust the angle of the keyboard to make typing more
comfortable.
6 Using Your Personal Computer