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Welcome
8
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Glossary
refers to terms used in this manual
.
2
The
Software Guide
:
❑
About the Software
is a short description of the features of the software pre-installed on your
system.
❑
Using Video software
explains how to use Sony video software: DVgate, MovieShaker and Smart
Capture.
❑
Managing audio files with SonicStage
describes how to convert your existing MP3, WMA and
WAV format audio files into ATRAC3 format.
❑
Using Imaging software
gives you an idea what you can do with still images: creating a collection,
slide show, screen saver or photo album.
❑
Customizing your VAIO computer
explains how to set up your system's display and so on.
❑
Installing and updating applications
details how to install, run or uninstall a software
application.
❑
Managing drivers
describes how to install, update or uninstall a driver.
❑
Using the Product Recovery CD-ROMs
explains how to perform a system and application recovery.
❑
Using partitioned drives
tells you what you can do with partitioned drives.
3
Consult the
Online Help
files of the software you are using for detailed information on features and
troubleshooting.
4
Refer to the Microsoft
Quick Start
manual for more information on Windows
®
.