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Using the pc – Compaq 8000 User Manual

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Getting Started

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Using the PC

The operation of your PC is controlled by two kinds
of software:

■ The Microsoft Windows operating system,

which governs the interaction of the PC’s
hardware, peripherals, and software
applications.

■ Software applications, such as Microsoft

Works, which perform specific functions.

Information about using applications and
Microsoft Windows is in the printed manuals and
online Help. For Microsoft Windows, you can also
press the Internet Help

G button on your keyboard

to access the built-in Help and Support Center.

For additional details, see Chapter 8, “Upgrading
the PC.”