Learning The Basics - Toshiba Satellite 2410 Series Resource Manual

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Learning the basics

Learning the basics
Computing tips
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Save your work frequently.
Your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you save
it to the disk. You will lose all unsaved work, if, for example, a system
error occurs and you must restart your computer, or your battery runs
out of charge while you are working. Your computer can be
configured to warn you when the battery is running low.
HINT: Some programs have an automatic save feature that you can turn on. This feature
saves your file to the hard disk at preset intervals. See your software documentation for
details.
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Back up your files to diskettes (or other removable storage media) on
a regular basis. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a
safe place.
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Scan all new files for viruses.
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Never turn off the computer if a drive indicator light indicates a drive
is active.
NOTE: The Windows
setup, during its shutdown procedure. If you don't let the operating system shut down
normally, details such as new icon positions may be lost.
Using the TouchPad
The TouchPad
enables you to move the cursor by brushing your finger on the surface in
the direction you'd like the cursor to move. To move the cursor to the top
of the screen, move your finger on the TouchPad away from you. To move
the cursor to the bottom, do the opposite.
For more information on the TouchPad, see the electronic user's guide.
Primary and secondary control buttons
When you want to click or choose an item, use the TouchPad to move the
pointer/cursor to the item. Once the pointer/cursor is positioned, you can
click it into place by either double-tapping the TouchPad or clicking the
control buttons.
The control buttons are adjacent to the TouchPad and are used like the
buttons on a mouse. The primary control button is the left one and
corresponds to the left mouse button. To double-click, press the primary
button twice in rapid succession.
The function of the secondary button depends on the program you are
using. It usually corresponds to the right mouse button. Check your
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XP operating system records information, such as your desktop
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, the touch-sensitive cutout in front of the keyboard,