User’s Guide
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5
Using Programs
Installing a Program
You can install programs on your HP iPAQ using Microsoft
ActiveSync and the sync cable. You can install programs:
■
From your HP iPAQ or your computer by copying a program
file that has an .exe or .cef extension.
■
From another device if the program file has a .cab extension.
When installing programs, look for the correct version for your
HP iPAQ model and Windows Mobile Operating System. Follow
the installation instructions provided with the program.
Minimizing a Program
Minimizing a running program keeps it open, but not active on
your screen. To minimize a running program, tap the
at the top
right of the screen.
Closing a Program
Programs automatically close based on available memory.
However, you can manually close a program to increase
performance.
To see a list of running programs to close:
1. From the
Start
menu, tap
Settings
>
System
tab >
Memory
.
2. Tap the
Running Programs
tab.
If you are running a program in the background, bring it to the
foreground by tapping
Activate
.
