User`s guide

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Learning the Basics
Computing tips
It’s easy to put off backing up because it takes time. However,
if your hard disk suddenly fails, you will lose all the data on it
unless you have a separate backup copy.
❖ Use ScanDisk, Disk Defragmenter, and the Maintenance
Wizard regularly to conserve disk space and help your
computer perform at its optimal level. Consult your
Windows
®
2000 documentation for more information on
these and other utilities.
❖ Scan all new files for viruses.
This precaution is especially important for files you receive
via diskette, email, or download from the Internet.
❖ Take frequent breaks to avoid repetitive-motion injuries and
eyestrain.
❖ Don’t turn off the computer if a drive indicator light indicates
a drive is active.
Turning off the computer while it is reading from or writing to
a disk may damage the disk, the drive, or both.
❖ Always turn off your computer using the Shut Down or
Standby command in Windows
®
2000. Do not turn off the
computer using the Power button.
NOTE: 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.