Operating System And Other Pre-Installed Software - Sony VAIO PCG-X18 Software Manual

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Operating System and other pre-installed software

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Windows 98 Second Edition
Microsoft Corporation
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Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition makes your computer work better by integrating
tightly with the Internet and providing better system performance and easier system
diagnostics and maintenance. With Windows
well with support for the latest graphics, sound, and multimedia technologies, easy addition
and removal of peripheral devices, and the convergence of the TV and PC in your home. This
exciting new operating system builds on the groundbreaking features introduced with
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Windows 98. At the same time, Windows
older Windows-based applications and technologies. For questions and technical assistance, go
online to:
http://www.microsoft.com/support/
Internet Explorer 5.0
Microsoft Corporation
Internet Explorer is the Internet browser of Microsoft.The Setup Wizard configures your
computer to connect automatically to the service provider of your choice. A full e-mail package
enables you to send and receive mail—including attached files—across the Internet.
NetMeeting, Outlook Express and Microsoft Chat are just some of the components bundled
with Internet Explorer 5.0. A complete online tutorial helps new users become comfortable
using the Internet. For questions and technical assistance, go online to:
http://www.microsoft.com/support/
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Adobe Acrobat Reader 4.0
Adobe Systems Incorporated
Acrobat Reader software allows you to view, navigate, and print electronic documents in
Adobe Portable Document Format (PDF), an open file format that is intended to preserve the
fidelity of documents created on all major computer platforms. Once Acrobat Reader is
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98 Second Edition, your system plays better as
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98 Second Edition maintains the best support for
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