Internet Explorer is a nationally known web browser capable of downloading and presenting different types of documents and graphics found on the Internet. It also manages E-mail and News-group messages and creates publishes web pages using companion software.If you have Windows NT 4.0, internet Explorer requires Service Pack 3.0 (or higher). If you need the latest Service Pack, it can be downloaded from:
http://www.microsoft.com/ntserver/nts/downloads/recommended/SP6/allSP6.aspIf the link above fails try this link: http://www.microsoft.com/ntserver/There are other web browsers on this CD. If you need help in picking a web browser. Please read the file BROWSERS.HTM
All programs included in the Internet Explorer package are designed to work with one another.In each of the following installations, you will be offered the option of installing the New Desktop Interface. This interface allows you to personalize your desktop functions more easily and use your Desktop like a web browser. This desktop interface can be removed later should you decide not to use it.
The Minimal installation includes:
Microsoft Internet Connection Wizard: This is a TCP/IP Stack and Dialer used to access the Web. In Windows 95, this product is an Interface for the Dialup Adapter.The Typical installation adds to the Browser-only Installation:
Internet Explorer: This is a web browser capable of downloading and presenting different types of documents and graphics found on the Internet. It is also capable of launching other applications to view files.
Microsoft VM for Java is the software capable of running files using the Java program Language. Java is embedded in some HTML files.
Multi-media Enhancements: Plug-ins and programs for displaying files.Microsoft Outlook Express: an E-mail program (client) capable of retrieving, displaying, composing and sending mail and News messages. It can use the POP3, IMAP4 and SMTP protocols.The Full installation adds to the Standard Installation:
Microsoft Wallet can store address and payment method information on a personal computer for use in online shopping transactions. It is accessed through the Internet Explorer window.NetMeeting can communicate online with other people in a group conference. It also contains a Whiteboard program you can use to draw a picture and add text, which other people can view at remote locations.
NetShow can play Active Streaming format (.asf) files and live ASF streams. NetShow Player can receive ASF information delivered via unicast or multicast.
Microsoft Front Page Express creates and publishes Web pages.
Micrososft Web Publishing Wizard is used to upload web pages once they are created.
Microsoft Chat 2.0 allows you to chat with others in a chat room using a graphical comic-strip format or standard text format.
Internet Explorer can be installed in three different forms: Minimal, Typical, and Full. The following requirements will change depending on which installation form you select.
- All installations require a 486/66 or Pentium processor
- RAM requirements:
- 8MB of RAM: Standard & Outlook Express without the Windows Desktop Update.
- 12MB of RAM: Minimal installation & Outlook Express
- 16MB of RAM: Typical or Full installation with Windows Desktop Update.
- 24MB of RAM: All Windows NT installations.
- Hard drive requirements during installation:
- Minimal installation: 56MB (40MB after installation)
- Typical installation: 72MB (47MB after installation)
- Full installation: 98MB (73MB after installation)
We recommend the following advice during the installation:
- Read the Software License Agreement. It explains your rights to ownership of the program.
- In Windows 95, will offer a Typical Installation or a Custom installation. If you want to pick and choose the components of Internet Explorer select the custom install option then select the components you want.
- Choose the Installation that best suits you.
- In Windows 95, you may be asked, "Do you want Web browser functionally integrated directly into your desktop?" This will make your desktop look and work more like a web browser. This can be removed later.
- For Windows NT user: The NT Service Pack 3.0 must be installed before installing Internet Explorer 4.0.
- Unless you have a need to store Internet Explorer in a certain location on your Hard drive, use the default directory provided.
- Let the installer Restart your computer after installation is complete.
Windows 3.1x:
- Start from the Program Manager window.
- Select the File menu and the Run option.
- In the Command Line box, enter:
Z:\SOFTWARE\MSIE\WIN3X5\SETUP.EXE
"Z" represents the hard drive letter.
- Click the OK button.
- Restart your PC after installation is complete.
Windows 95/98/NT:
- Select the Start button and the Run option.
- In the Open box of the Run window, enter:
For Windows95/98:
Z:\SOFTWARE\MSIE\WIN9X5\IE5SETUP.EXE
"Z" represents the hard drive letter.For Windows NT 4.0
Z:\SOFTWARE\MSIE\WINNT5\IE5SETUP.EXE
"Z" represents the hard drive letter.
- Click the OK button.
Restart your PC after installation is complete.
After the installation, your desktop will appear different. Mouse functions will change slightly. You will notice that the icons will highlight when the cursor passes over them and it will only take one click of the left mouse button to start a program or make a selection. Select the link, "Tell me about Active Desktop" to learn about the desktop.The Program Group, Internet Explorer will be added to the Taskbar. Depending on your Installation choice, you may find the following programs inside the group: Connection Wizard, FrontPad, Internet Explorer, Microsoft NetMeeting, NetShow Player, Outlook Express, Update Product, and Web Publishing Wizard. All of these components work together to provide your networking capabilities.
Connection Wizard:
This is a "wizard" program designed to help you configure your computer to connect to an Internet service provider. You can use this wizard to set up most of your networking software. However, if you already have a working connection, then you will not need to use this wizard. When you open each program in this package, a wizard for that program will run.
FrontPad:
FrontPad is a HTML editor used to create web pages. It has a what-you-see-is-what-you-get (wysiwyg) interface. It requires no additional setup instructions.
Internet Explorer:
Internet Explorer will work the first time you run the program, however you will need to set up the program to suit your needs. Internet Explorer's options can be found by selecting the View menu and the Options option.
Microsoft NetMeeting:
The first time you start Microsoft NetMeeting, a setup wizard will appear. Use this wizard to set up Microsoft NetMeeting. When prompted, do the following:Fill out the user information.
Microsoft provides a User Location Server. Other servers may exist. You may find some of these through the Internet search sites for these.
Indicate what type of connection you have. DHNET and other non-dialup users should choose "Local Area Network." Dialup connections should select the proper modem speed.
NetMeeting can use voice communications as well. You will be asked to make a sound clip to help configure your sound settings. Have your microphone plugged up.
You can find further information about Microsoft NetMeeting, from Microsoft's web page and the Internet Search Engines.
NetShow Player:
NetShow Player is designed to display multicast and unicast shows over the Internet. The program is set up to run. Little or no set up is needed.
Outlook Express:
The first time you start Outlook Express, a setup wizard should start to help you set up this E-mail program to access your E-mail services. If it does not start, select the Tools menu and the Accounts option. In the Internet Accounts window, select the Add button and the Mail option to start the wizard.During the wizard, we suggest these replies to the following prompts:
"Display Name", type your real name.
"E-mail Address", type your E-mail address.
"Incoming mail server type", select POP3 or IMAP.
"Incoming mail (POP3 & IMAP) server", type the name of your E-mail service's POP3 or IMAP server.
(i.e. GatorLink's POP3 server is: pop.ufl.edu )"Outgoing mail (SMTP) server", type the name of your E-mail service's SMTP server.
(i.e. GatorLink's IMAP server is: imap.ufl.edu )
(i.e. NERDC nersp accounts POP server is: pop.nersp.nerdc.ufl.edu)
(i.e. NERDC nersp accounts IMAP server is: imap.nersp.nerdc.ufl.edu)(i.e. GatorLink's SMTP server is: smtp.ufl.edu )"Password", type your E-mail service password.
(i.e. NERDC nersp SMTP server is: smtp.nerdc.ufl.edu)
"(IMAP or POP3) Account name", type your username."Internet mail account name", if this is for your GatorLink email service, then type: "GatorLink E-mail" or NERDC NERSP account
When asked to please specify the type of connection you will use to access your E-mail service. People using DHNET and other networks should answer "I use a LAN connection." People using modems should answer "I use a modem to access my Email" and press the down-arrow to select your Connection Shortcut.
When asked for your dial-up connection, use the setting, "Use an existing dial-up connection."
When you return to the Internet Accounts window, highlight your new account and press the Set as Default button.
Outlook Express can also be configured to read and post E-mail messages. The "News" set up wizard can be started by selecting the Tools menu and the Accounts option. In the Internet Accounts window, select the Add button and the News option.
All of the settings have discussed before except for the News server.
People using DHNET and other networks should use the news server: usenet.nerdc.ufl.eduThere are several important setting that you will need to set to personalize this program. Select the Tools menu and the Options option to view these settings.
All GatorLink users should use: news.ufl.eduThe first time you use Outlook Express, highlight your GatorLink E-mail service, select the File menu, the Folder option, and the Refresh Folder list option. This will retrieve an accurate listing of your E-mail boxes.
Outlook Express can also be configured to use the University's directory service (phone book) to look up addresses of other students and faculty. To set up the settings for the directory service, follow these directions:
- Selecting the Tools menu and the Accounts option. In the Internet Accounts window, select the Add button and the Directory Service option.
- In the Internet Directory (LDAP) server: enter ldap.ufl.edu Do not select the option, My LDAP server requires me to logon and press the NEXT button.
- Select yes to the question, "Do you want to check addresses using this directory service?" Press the NEXT button
- The Internet Directory service name should University of Florida Phonebook. Press the NEXT button and the Finish button.
- When you return to the Internet accounts window, highlight University of Florida Phonebook and press the Properties button. Select the Advanced tab and enter into the Search Base field: o=University of Florida, c=US
- Press the Ok button.
Microsoft Wallet:
To work with the Microsoft Wallet, access the Microsoft Wallet Address Manager and Payment Manager by doing the following:
In the dialog box that appears, click Add to create a new entry, click Edit to change an existing entry, or click Delete to remove an entry.
- In Internet Explorer, click the View menu.
- On the View menu, click the Options command.
- On the Content tab, click the Addresses button to work with address information or click the Payments button to work with payment methods and related information.
When you have stored address and payment information in the Wallet, that information can be transmitted to any merchant Web site that supports the Wallet as part of the online shopping process.
HTML Layout Control:
A Control Panel is added to your System Control Panels. It is designed to coordinate and setup your Internet programs.
Update Product:
Update Product is an Internet Wizard designed to update your Internet software automatically.
Web Publishing Wizard:
This wizard can set up your computer so that it is easy to place your web pages on your computer account on the Internet. For more information on this topic, view the GatorLink Help page at:
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Almost all information can be found in the Help Menu regarding how to use Internet Explorer and its companion programs. Each program is relatively easy to use. A web tutorial is available in the Help menu of Internet Explorer.
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For Windows 95
- Press the Start button.
- Select Settings and then Control Panel.
- In the Control Panel window, double-click the Add/Remove Programs shortcut.
- The Add/Remove Programs Properties window is used to remove programs from your computer.
- To remove a program using the Install/Uninstall tab:
- Scroll-down the list of installed applications.
- Select the program you want to uninstall.
- Press the Add/Remove button.
- Follow the instructions on the screen.
We recommend removing one program at a time and Restarting the computer after removing a program.
Internet Explorer is developed by Microsoft Corporation and is under constant development. The latest versions of this program are available at the following locations:Microsoft's Home Page: http://www.microsoft.com/ie
UF Software CD (found at the Hub.) The UF Software CD is updated about every quarter and therefore may not have the most current version.
The UF Computing Help Desk is available to answer any question concerning the configuration and use of Internet Explorer with GatorLink E-mail service.For additional technical information, Use Microsoft automated update feature under the Help menu
The program provides documentation. You can access this information through the Help menu.
For assistance installing this program or using this CD-ROM, please contact the
UF Computing Help Desk at 392-HELP (4357).