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http://downloads.techrepublic.com.com/download.aspx?&kw=10+things+you+should+do+to+a+new+PC+&docid=173365

It's entitled, "10 things you should do to a new PC before connecting it to the Internet" and is in [b].pdf[/b] format so you'll need a [b].pdf[/b] "reader/viewer" installed on your pc to read/view it.

Number 10 gives a brief description of the benefits of having a router.

The links I posted all go to Microsoft websites for reporting "bootleg" software. Bootleg software is software that was [i]illegally[/i] copied and illegal activity is not knowingly supported by TR members.

It's unclear who installed the software on your system and I make no accusations towards you. I also did not report you.

It's fairly obvious that you are a somewhat new user.

That's great. :D

Welcome to TR.

I suggest that you purchase a legal copy of Windows XP Pro, the full install version, not the upgrade version, as you'll be starting from scratch. Windows XP Home edition lacks many features of XP Pro and I believe it is going to become obsolete much sooner than the Pro version.

I STRONGLY suggest that you [b]wait[/b] a LONG time before buying Microsofts VISTA operating system when it's released. There are many discussions here at TR that can show you why I feel that way. Go with the full version of XP Pro, for now.

You can also save money by buying Windows XP Pro OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) version from a place like www.tigerdirect.com or another vendor you're comfortable with. The OEM version is virtually the same as the retail box version, without the box. The vendor will send the required hardware component when they send the software. If it looks cool put the hardware on a shelf as a fancy high-tech knick-knack to impress your goldfish, cat, dog, wife or whatever ya' got.

Usually the "hardware" is just a cable. Save it anyway 'cuz ya' just never know...

It may be to your advantage to find a [b]reputable[/b] PC Repair firm to install your software but you [b]can[/b] be [b]much[/b] better off and save a [b]lot[/b] of money if you do it yourself. [b]I[/b] think that's the best way to learn but you may not feel that way.

I suggest you read some of the many articles at TR before you make an attempt to install Windows XP Pro. There are a few things you need to know.

For example:
Before you install the new Operating System you'll want to make sure you have all of the drivers you need for the various devices in your computer. Locate the make and model number of your pc and see if the drivers are available from the manufacturers website. If they are, download and save them to external storage, such as a CD.

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As you gain experience with your pc and spend more time at TR reading about Linux operating systems you may want to install one of the Linux distributions.

In any case, TR members will help you to get a legal system set-up safely and securely so that you can use your pc with as few problems as possible.

wouldn't want to upset the post police again would we.

Do you think we'll get a response cursing us for our lack of professionalism, after all he might not be able to afford a legal copy due to MS's monopolistic business practices.

JD, Mae, Tigger, Max, TechExec2 and I don't have mugs either. I'm not sure if Nick has one or not. Odds are he doesn't.

I recall DMambo saying he has [b]3[/b] and that he was balancing one on his head while typing. :0

Mae, Tigger and I are considering a roadtrip to Kentucky to get a few mugs from the friendly TR PTB.

If we go there, after I bail Mae and Tigger out of jail (I'm designated driver and bailer outer), and there are enough mugs to go around... I'll send ya' one myself. B-)

I [b]won't[/b] say that it would be a cool incentive to give people a mug or a T-shirt or a mug [i]and[/i] a T-shirt if they make the Top-100 list. I might [b]think[/b] it but... I won't say it.

It might cost a gazillion dollars to do that and I didn't have to pay anything to get in here so I'll just keep my mouth shut.

Edited for clarity 'cuz I had a hard time figuring out what in the heck I just said.