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Part I: Getting to Know Windows 7
In the process of exploring the major features of Windows 7 for the first
time, come to grips with the mouse, your pet for prodding Windows 7
into action. The mouse and its buttons enable you to point and click
your way to happiness. From time to time, I emphasize when the key-
board provides a good alternative to the using the mouse.
Get a New Computer with Windows 7
Although this is not the book to tell you everything there is to know
about buying a new computer, I do have a few suggestions for you as
you shop. The first consideration is what style or size of computer do
you want? Choose from these types of computers (see Figure 1-1):
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A desktop computer is usually shoebox sized or
larger. Often, a desktop computer is a vertical tower
that sits under a desk or table. This desktop box
usually accepts numerous hardware upgrades
internally, but not everyone wants to open the box
and insert new hardware. A desktop has a separate
screen (also called a display or monitor) that displays
what the computer is doing, a keyboard for typing,
plus a mouse for doing things onscreen. (More on
these components shortly.)
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A laptop computer is not only smaller than most
desktop computers, it is portable. Even if you never
intend to leave the house with your computer, you
may enjoy taking the computer from one room to
another. A desktop computer requires you to connect
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