Extra Bits

Create a Connection p. 88

• If you have a constant Internet connection that a DSL or cable modem gives you, your computer will automatically update the time by connecting to a time server on the Internet.

  The automatic time updating may not occur with a dial-up modem connection, but you can manually update the time once you are connected.

  Double-click the time display on the right side of the Taskbar to open the Date and Time Properties dialog box.

  Click the Internet Time tab and place a checkmark next to Automatically synchronize with an Internet time server.

  Click Update Now. Windows will contact the time server and set the correct time on your computer. Click OK to close the dialog box.

Connect to the Net p. 91

• You may have noticed that the Internet status window doesn't have a minimize button. Fortunately, you don't need to keep it open while you're logged in to the Internetyou may close it at any time. If you need to bring it up again, go to the right side of the Taskbar and click the double-computer icon. This will open the Internet status window.

Add Address Toolbar p. 101

• You can use the Address toolbar to access files and folders on your hard drive. Type a path to open the file or folder.