Compaq Presario 6500 Getting Started - Compaq Presario 6000 and 8000 Series Co - Page 45
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Using the Internet Web Browsers A Web browser, like Microsoft Internet Explorer, lets you view and explore information on the Web. Common features of a Web browser include: ■ Home page - your starting point for exploring the Web ■ Search engine - an application that searches for Web information you request ■ Bookmarks/Favorites - a list of Internet addresses you often visit ■ History list - a list of Web sites you have visited recently E-mail E-mail (electronic mail) allows you to send letters, pictures, postcards, even music and video clips, to anyone, instantaneously. Outlook Express is the e-mail program that comes with your computer. You can use other e-mail programs, like AOL and Yahoo! Mail, if you wish. To Set Up Microsoft Outlook Express E-mail 1. Press the E-mail ƒ button on the keyboard. If the Internet Connection Wizard starts, Outlook Express is not yet configured, and you must go through the configuration process. Contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for the proper configuration settings. Getting Started 4-3