Gateway DX430X User Manual

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Gateway DX430X User Manual Manual pdf 27 page image

www.gateway.com21Downloading filesDownloading is the process of transferring files from a computer on the Internet to yourcomputer.To download files or programs from a Web site:1 Connect to your Internet account.2 In the address bar, type the address of the Web site that contains the file or program youwant to download, then press ENTER.- OR -Click a link on a Web page to navigate to the Web site containing the file that you wantto download.3 Create or locate the folder where you want to store the file on your computer. For moreinformation, see “Working with files and folders” on page 9.4 Click the link on the Web page for the file that you want to download.5 Follow the on-screen instructions for saving the file in the folder that you want. A copyof the file is downloaded to your computer. The time that it takes to transfer the file toyour computer depends on file size and Internet conditions.6 Open the folder that you created.7 Install or view the downloaded file by double-clicking it. If applicable, follow the instructionsprovided on the Web site to run or install the program.Using e-mailE-mail (electronic mail) lets you send messages to anyone who has an Internet connection ande-mail address. E-mail is usually a free service of your Internet account.The Internet never closes, so you can send e-mail messages at any time. Your e-mail messagesarrive at most e-mail addresses in minutes.An e-mail address consists of a user name, the @ symbol, and the Internet domain name of theInternet service provider (ISP) or company that “hosts” that user. Your e-mail address is assignedwhen you sign up for an account with an ISP. For example, a person with an account with Hotmailmight have an e-mail address that is similar to this one:CautionTo protect your computer against viruses, make sure that you scan thefiles you download. For more information, see “Protecting your computer fromviruses” on page 63.HelpFor more information about downloading files, click Start, then click Helpand Support. Type downloading files in the Search Help box, then pressE NTER.jdoe@hotmail.comUser name Internet domain name