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Essential safety guidelines for using the Advent computer to prevent hazards.
Instructions for contacting PC ServiceCall and safety notes for removing the casing.
Welcome message and overview of the manual's content and support resources.
Details to record for support, including store, receipt, and serial numbers.
Information on accessing support via the website and telephone lines.
Explains the main hardware components of the Advent PC and their functions.
Details on mouse operation, buttons, scroll wheel, and keyboard shortcuts.
Information on monitor types, optical drives, and their cleaning.
Explains memory card readers, floppy drives, modems, and LAN ports.
Details on the PC base unit, its ports, and speaker connections.
Overview of Windows XP versions and its graphical user interface.
Explains the Windows XP Desktop, Taskbar, and Start Menu functionality.
Functionality of the notification area, Recycle Bin, and desktop shortcuts.
How to use Help and Support, change desktop background, and customize the Start Menu.
Steps to set up screen savers and change Windows system sounds.
Instructions for creating shortcuts and restoring files from Recycle Bin.
How to play music, copy CDs, and manage the media library.
Instructions for creating music CDs using Media Player.
Steps to create and edit home movies with Movie Maker.
Overview of included games and requirements for installing external games.
Basics of internet access, dial-up, broadband, and internet providers.
Navigating web sites, adding favorites, and viewing browsing history.
Steps to clear browsing history and internet cache in Internet Explorer.
Using Outlook Express for email and Windows Messenger for instant messaging.
Anti-virus protection, firewalls, and Windows Security Center overview.
Configuring Windows Firewall and the Pop-up Blocker settings.
Importance of keeping Windows XP up-to-date and running smoothly.
Steps to connect to the web and run Windows Update and install Service Packs.
Using Disk Cleanup Wizard and Disk Defragmenter to optimize the drive.
Navigating the Control Panel and adjusting system settings.
Changing system date/time and configuring accessibility features.
Setting up and managing user accounts and passwords.
How to restore the computer to an earlier time or create restore points.
Accessing help resources for the Advent PC and troubleshooting common issues.
Reinstalling drivers/software, system recovery, and creating recovery CDs.
Resources for additional support via web and phone.
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