Winbook XL2, Руководство пользователя

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might be slowed by making a lot of calls to the CD-ROM/DVD-ROM
drive. You could install the software each way for a while to test the speed,
but another approach would be to consider the nature of the program and
how intensively it will be using the CD or DVD.
Windows 98 Functions
Your WinBook XL2 ships with the Windows
98 operating system. This desktop:
(Figure 2.8: Windows 98 Desktop)
• Is designed for easier connectivity to the
Internet, which can save you time if you
rely heavily on Internet connectivity.
Note: In order to take advantage of the
power of the Active Desktop you will
need an Internet connection via a modem
or network PCMCIA card or other
network connection.
• Can be set to allow for scheduled or
immediate updates of web material, so
that your desktop is maintained with
current information.
• Can use a web page design, which helps make the differences between
files on your computer and links to Internet sites less apparent. This can
enable you to keep track of local and Internet materials together.
• Does not tile open Windows as you move down through a hierarchy of fold-
ers, but keeps a single window open while moving from one folder to the
next. The window uses “forward” and “back” arrows to permit you to move
through the hierarchy.
User’s Manual
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Figure 2.8: Windows 98 Desktop