Learning The Basics - Toshiba Tecra S1 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.
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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.
Using the AccuPoint II
The button in the middle of the keyboard is the AccuPoint II
pointing device. Together with the primary and secondary
AccuPoint II buttons, it provides the same functionality as a
mouse — it enables you to move the cursor and to select
items on the screen.
To move the cursor, gently push the AccuPoint II pointing
device in the direction you want the cursor to move. Pushing
harder on the AccuPoint II pointing device moves the cursor
faster.
The primary AccuPoint II button corresponds to the primary
(typically left) mouse button. When a step instructs you to
click or choose an item, move the cursor to the item, then
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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The Windows XP Professional operating system records
information, such as your desktop setup, during its shutdown
procedure. If you do not let the operating system shut down
normally, details such as new icon positions may be lost.
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