48 Getting Started
3 Connect to the Internet. You must connect through your ISP.
Double-click the ISP-provided icon on the desktop, and log in.
4 Open your Web browser and browse the Internet.
You can use any Web browser; most computers have Internet Explorer. To open
Internet Explore:
a Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar.
b Click All Programs.
c Click Internet Explorer.
Signing Up for Software Updates
Microsoft continually updates the Windows Vista operating system. It is recommended that
you check for, download, and install these updates at least once a month. One way to
keep the operating system up to date is to use the Automatic Updates feature. When you
are connected to the Internet, Windows Vista Update automatically notifies you through a
pop-up message or icon in the notification area when critical updates are available. When
you see the Windows Vista Update message, allow the updates to download to your
system. If you update the system weekly, or even monthly, the time required for download
is minimal.
To configure Automatic Updates:
1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar.
2 Click Control Panel.
3 Click Security.
4 Click Windows Updates.
5 Click Change Settings.
6 Select the desired configuration:
Automatic (recommended) — This is the default setting, and it enables you to
specify a day and time to automatically download and install recommended
updates.
Download updates, but let me choose whether to install them
Check for updates but let me choose whether to download and
install them
Never check for updates — This option makes the computer more vulnerable
and is not recommended.
7 Click OK.
NOTE: If you have questions, contact your ISP directly.
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