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Working with documents
Computer documents include word processing files, spreadsheet files, or other 
similar files. The basic methods of creating, saving, opening, and printing a 
document apply to most of these types of files.
The following examples show how to create, save, open, and print a document 
using Microsoft
® WordPad. Similar procedures apply to other programs such 
as WordPerfect, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel.
For more information about using a program, click 
Help on its menu bar.
Creating a new document
To create a new document:
1Click Start, All Programs, Accessories, then click WordPad. Microsoft 
WordPad starts and a blank document opens.
2Begin composing your document. Use the menus and toolbar buttons at 
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Saving a document
After you create a document, you need to save it if you want to use it later.
To save a document:
1Click File, then click Save. The Save As dialog box opens.
2Click the arrow button to open the Save in list, then click the folder where 
you want to save the file. If you do not see the folder you want, browse 
through the folders listed below the Save in list.
3Type a new file name in the File name box.
4Click Save.
Help and 
SupportFor more information about saving documents in 
Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support.
Type the keyword saving in the HelpSpot Search box 
, then click the arrow.
Save in
list
File
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Opening a document
To view, revise, or print an existing document, first you need to open it. Open 
the document in the program that it was created in.
To open a document:
1Start the program.
2Click File, then click Open.
3Click the arrow button to open the Look in list, then click the folder you 
want to open. If you do not see the folder you want, browse through the 
folders listed below the Look in list.
4Double-click the document file name. The document opens.
Help and 
SupportFor more information about opening documents in 
Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support.
Type the keyword opening files in the HelpSpot Search 
box  , then click the arrow.
Look in
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Printing a document
To print a document, you must have a printer connected to your computer or 
have access to a network printer. For more information about installing or using 
your printer, see the printer documentation.
To print a document:
1Make sure that the printer is turned on and loaded with paper.
2Start the program and open the document.
3Click File, then click Print. The Print dialog box opens.
4Set the print options, then click OK. The document prints.
Help and 
SupportFor more information about printing documents in 
Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support.
Type the keyword printing in the HelpSpot Search box 
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Shortcuts
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Shortcuts
The following table shows a few shortcuts that you can use in Windows and 
almost all programs that run in Windows. For more information about 
shortcuts, see your Windows or program documentation.
To... Do this...
Copy a file, folder, text, or graphic Click the item, then press CTRL+C.
Cut a file, folder, text, or graphic Click the item, then press 
CTRL+X.
Paste a file, folder, text, or graphic Click inside the folder or window where you want to paste 
the object, then press 
CTRL+V.
Select multiple items in a list or window Click the first item, press and hold down the 
CTRL key, 
then click each of the remaining items.
Select multiple adjacent items in a list 
or windowClick the first item in the list, press and hold down the 
SHIFT key, then click the last item in the list.
Permanently  delete  a  file  or  folder Click the file or folder, then press 
SHIFT+DELETE. The 
file or folder is permanently deleted. The file or folder is 
not stored in the Recycle Bin.
Rename a file or folder Click the file or folder, press 
F2, type the new name, then 
press 
ENTER.
Close the active window or program Press 
ALT+F4.
Switch to a different file, folder, or 
running programPress 
ALT+TAB.
Help and 
SupportFor more information about Windows keyboard shortcuts 
in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support.
Type the keyword Windows keyboard shortcuts in the 
HelpSpot Search box  , then click 
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Using the
Internet
This chapter provides information about the Internet and 
the World Wide Web. Read this chapter to learn how to:
■Set up and access an Internet account using 
America Online®
■
Connect to a Web site using a browser
■Download files from the Internet
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Learning about the Internet
The Internet is a worldwide network of computers linked together to provide 
information to people everywhere. The two most popular services on the 
Internet are e-mail and the World Wide Web. You can access this network by 
connecting your computer to a telephone, DSL (Digital Subscriber Line), or 
cable line and signing up with an Internet service provider (ISP).
Cable and DSL modems, a connection known as broadband, use your TV cable 
or special telephone lines to connect to your ISP and access the Internet. Cable 
and DSL modems connect to your computer through an Ethernet jack and 
provide a faster connection speed than a standard telephone modem.
ImportantFor the location of your modem and Ethernet jacks, see 
“Left side” on page 3.
Your computer 
connects to the 
Internet through 
an ISP.ISP Servers 
let you connect to 
the Internet and 
access your e-mail 
messages. Internet Servers 
store information so other 
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If you want to access the Internet you need:
■A modem – a device that connects your computer to other computers or 
servers using a telephone, DSL, or cable line.
■An Internet service provider – a company that provides access to the 
Internet through an ISP server. When you connect to an ISP, the ISP server 
lets you access the Internet and your e-mail messages.
■A Web browser – a program that displays information from the World 
Wide Web.
■An e-mail program – a program that lets you create, send, and receive 
e-mail messages over the Internet.
Setting up an Internet account
Before you can view the information on the World Wide Web, you need to 
set up an Internet account with an Internet service provider (ISP). If you have 
chosen America Online as an ISP, follow these instructions to set up and 
connect to your account. To set up a different ISP service or to transfer an 
existing account to this computer, contact the ISP directly.
If you set up an account with America Online, an Internet e-mail address is 
created for you. After completing the setup, you are ready to access the Internet.
To set up an Internet account with America Online:
1Click Start, All Programs, then click America Online.
2Follow the on-screen instructions. After setting up your account, you can 
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Accessing your Internet account
To connect to your America Online Internet account:
1Click Start, All Programs, then click America Online.
2Complete the member name and password information, then click 
Connect. Your computer dials the Internet account telephone number. 
After connecting, the We l c o m e window opens.
If you are using a service other than America Online, check with your ISP for 
the correct procedure for connecting.
To disconnect from your America Online Internet account:
■Click X in the top-right corner of the America Online window. Your 
computer disconnects from the Internet.
If you are using a service other than America Online, check with your ISP for 
the correct procedure for disconnecting.
ImportantMake sure that your computer disconnects correctly from 
your Internet account. If you do not have an “unlimited 
hours” ISP account, you may have to pay for the time that 
you are connected, even if you are not at your computer.
Help and 
SupportFor general information about using Internet accounts in 
Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support.
Type the keyword ISP in the HelpSpot Search box 
, then click the arrow.