Sony PCG-R600HEK Software Guide

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About the software on your notebook
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Operating system and other pre-installed software
Your SONY notebook is ready to help you work, play, learn, and communicate as soon as you turn it on. This 
section gives you an overview of the activities you can perform with the software installed on your 
notebook.
Windows
®
 2000
Microsoft Corporation
Microsoft
®
 Windows
®
2000 makes your computer work better by integrating tightly with the Internet and 
networks and providing better system performance and easier system diagnostics and maintenance.
With Windows
®
2000, your system plays better as well with support for the latest graphics, sound, and 
multimedia technologies, easy addition and removal of peripheral devices, and the convergence of the TV 
and PC in your home.
This exciting new operating system builds on the groundbreaking features introduced with Windows
®
NT. 
At the same time, Windows
®
2000 maintains the best support for older Windows-based applications and 
technologies. For questions and technical assistance, go online to:
Internet Explorer 5.5
Microsoft Corporation
Internet Explorer is the Internet browser of Microsoft. The Setup Wizard configures your computer to 
connect automatically to the service provider of your choice. A full e-mail package enables you to send and 
receive mail - including attached files - across the Internet. NetMeeting, Outlook Express and Microsoft Chat 
are just some of the components bundled with Internet Explorer 5.5. Internet Explorer 5.5 also includes 128-