Internet+Set+it+up+for+the+first+time

Internet Set it up for the first time

Users of Computers tend to forget there are those who are new to this magic world and need explanations on how to get started for example on the World Wide Web NET.

Well for those the below is a simple step be step guide:‐

First run the Internet Connection Wizard

You will find this by going to :‐

Start > Control Panel > Internet Options > Connections tab > Setup

Once it is up and running you can install and configure your anti‐virus software, firewall, spam filter and malware cleaners.

I recommend if nothing else ‐ all the freeware or shareware

Such as AVG or Avast! for anti‐virus protection.

For a Firewall try ZoneAlarm

(You can leave the XP firewall switched on if you like)

Then to keep your PC free of malware download AdAware, and Spybot.

Sooner or later you are going to need Adobe Acrobat Reader so download and install that.

The only problem with Reader is that it includes many facilities which you will never use, this makes it cumbersome and slows it down in loading for example.

One final point do not forget to reboot after each new installation, and when you have finished and are satisfied that everything is working properly set a new System Restore Point.