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Computer Basics Absolute Beginner’s Guide, Windows 10 Edition, 9th Edition
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Computer Basics Absolute Beginner’s Guide, Windows 10 Edition, 9th Edition

by Michael Miller
November 2019
Beginner content levelBeginner
352 pages
8h 16m
English
Que
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15. Installing and Using Desktop Applications

When you want to do something on your computer, you need to use the appropriate applications. Applications—more commonly called apps—are software programs that perform one or more functions. Some apps are work-related; others provide useful information; still others are more entertaining in nature. But whatever it is you want to do, you need to launch the right app.

Finding and Installing New Apps

Your new computer system probably came with a bunch of programs preinstalled on its hard disk. Some of these apps are part of Windows, some might be preview or limited-use versions provided by the PC ...

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