Files that are downloaded from the Internet often are compressed in order to make it easier to transfer them. WinZip is a Utility that uncompresses files so they can be run.
How to download and install Programs
This page discusses the general procedures used to down load a file or program, save it on your computer, and then how to open or run it. There are 4 pages devoted to this subject, each showing a variation because of different file types.
How to use the copy/paste function of your computer.
The copy/paste function is one of the most useful things your computer can do for you. This pages shows how to do this.
This page also shows how to print Selected sections of a page.
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You can print this out and keep it by your computer for quick access. I suggest you right click on the link and select "Open in new window". This is a large graphic file and will take several minutes to open.
How to download and install XIF Viewer (free)
This program will run .xif file types.
How to download and use WinZip to extract compressed files
This page explain how to use the WinZip program to unzip and zip files and folders.
How to download/install Irfan View
This is an excellent (free) Graphics viewer program.
How to Download and install Adobe Reader (free)
Adobe Reader is used to view .pdf (portable document format) a frequent Internet type file format. Every computer should have this program.
Explains how to open email attachments using Outlook Express.
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Usefull for posting on sites like "Answer Point"
Download Microsoft Office Converters and Viewers
With the help of these converters and viewers from Office Tools on the Web, you can share your Microsoft Office files with people who have versions of Office applications different than your own, or even with people who don't have Office at all.
Converters enable you to open files created by people using different versions of your Office programs. Find the appropriate converter for the version of the Office program on your computer.
Viewers allow people who don't have Office programs see your work. Simply provide them with the appropriate viewer along with your files.
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Saving files and then being able to locate them again is the subject of this page. We all "lose" files sometimes, so this also covers how to use the "Find" tool.
How to download and install an Audio Driver from Hewlett-Packard
This is the second page devoted to how to download and install programs. This talks about downloading a driver in order to update the system. This particular download is from Hewlett-Packard, and is used as an example.
For those using Norton AntiVirus 2001, there is an error that occasionally occurs which causes you to be unable to receive mail, though you can still send mail normally. This page explains how to reset the POP3 (Post Office Protocol settings and then how to reset Norton AntiVirus 2001.
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How to update your Norton Anti-Virus Rescue Floppy Disks.
How to disable background applications in both Win95 and Win 98
When you start your computer, there are usually several applications (programs) running in the background. Sometimes these programs are not necessary to be running all the time and this article explains how to disable the automatic startup.
How to block porno and other unwanted email messages in Outlook Express
We all get email from unwanted sources containing objectionable content. This page shows how to set up email filters to block these messages.
How to organize your Start Menu - Win 98
It is much easier to find the program you want to run when your Start Menu is organized. This page shows how you can do this. The Favorites menu can be organized in much the same way.
How to create a Multi-Column Start Menu in Windows 98 or higher
This is an advanced item, involving changes to the Registry.
This key, located to the right of the F12 key on your keyboard, copies an image to your clipboard. This page explains how to use this function.
How to change file associations
The file extension, the characters that follow the period in a file name, tell Windows what program to use to view the file. Sometimes, these associations are changed when a new program is installed. This is how the association can be changed to your preferred program.
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How to view AOL .art image files in Internet Explorer
Non AOL users can see the pictures sent to them by AOL users that are in the .art image format using Internet Explorer by associating the .art file type to open with I.E.
How to send a picture using Outlook Express
Insert a picture into your email message.
How to Record an Internet radio program using Real Player
Use the Real Player to record a radio program for later play back.
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How to create an animated .gif signature file for use in Outlook Express
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