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Before You Go
to a Computer
Store...
If you're new to computers, buying computer equipment (hard-
ware) and programs (software) can be a confusing experience.
This chapter provides advice and explains what you need to know
to purchase programs and devices that will work with your
Toshiba notebook computer.
Buying Programs
The range of entertainment, business and personal programs you
can buy is enormous.
This section:
gives you an overview of the types of programs you can buy
discusses the question of integrated packages, such as "Office"
suites, versus individual programs
explains how to understand the information on the box
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