21
Connecting external speakers or headphones
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73
Connecting a microphone
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73
Using an optional expansion device
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74
Chapter 3: Learning the Basics
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75
Computing tips
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75
Using the keyboard
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77
Character keys
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77
Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard
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77
Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys
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78
Function keys
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78
Windows special keys
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79
Overlay keys
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79
Starting a program
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81
Starting a program from the Start menu
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81
Starting a program from Windows
®
Explorer
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82
Starting a program from the Run dialog box
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83
Saving your work
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84
Printing your work
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86
Using the DVD-ROM or Multifunction drive
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87
CD/DVD control buttons
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89
Inserting compact discs
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90
Removing compact discs
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92
Caring for CDs or DVDs Discs
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92
Using PC Cards
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93
Hot swapping
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93
Using SD
®
(Secure Digital) cards
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94
Using your computer at the office
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95
Using a computer lock
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95
Caring for your computer
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96
Cleaning the computer
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96
Moving the computer
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97
Backing up your work
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97
Restoring your work
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98
Preparing for communications
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98