Toshiba 8100 series, User Manual

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Part I: Getting to Know Your Computer
Learning the Basics
Windows basics
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Take frequent breaks to avoid repetitive-motion injuries and
eyestrain.
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Before turning off the computer, always use the Shut Down or
Standby command in Windows 98 Second Edition, or use the
Shut Down or Suspend command in Windows NT.
CAUTION: Windows records information, such as your
desktop setup, during its shutdown procedure. If you do not
let Windows shut down normally, details such as new icon
positions may be lost.
Windows basics
Windows 98 Second Edition or Windows NT Workstation 4.0 is
the computer’s operating system. If you’ve used a Macintosh
® or
Windows 98 or 95, you’ll find Windows 98 Second Edition or
Windows NT Workstation is similar in many ways.
For answers to common questions, click Start , click Help to open
the online help, then double-click If you’ve used Windows
before .
Logging on to Windows NT
A major difference between Windows NT and other versions of
Windows is that you have to log on, even when your computer is
not connected to a network.
To turn on your computer and log on to Windows NT:
1 If the external diskette drive is connected to the computer,
check that it is empty.
2 If a printer or other external device is connected to the
computer, turn on the device.