Installing and Setting Up Netscape Browser

This chapter provides information for setting up an internet connection, or diagnosing problems with an existing connection.

In this section:

Installing Netscape Browser

Setting Up an Internet Connection

If You Have Problems Connecting...

Contacting Netscape Phone Support

 


Installing Netscape Browser

Note: Prior to installing Netscape Browser, ensure that all other programs are closed.

To install Netscape Browser:

  1. Run the setup program. (Note: If you are installing from a CD, the install program starts automatically once you insert the CD.)
  2. The Welcome screen displays.

  3. Follow the prompts to complete the installation. During the installation process, the install program displays windows that prompt you for the following setup information:
  4. Configuration:

    Shortcuts Use these checkboxes to select the different types of shortcuts that you would like to have installed.
    Advanced Settings

    Select these options to determine advanced installation options:

    • Receive Automatic Updates - Have Netscape Browser automatically check for updates when you open the browser. If updates are available, Netscape Browser will automatically download and install these updates.
    • Notify about Updates - Have Netscape Browser check for updates and then prompt you prior to downloading and installing them.
    • Remove Current Profile - If you have previously installed Netscape Browser on your computer, select this option to delete your prior setup information (including any saved passcards, form fill information, customized toolbars, and so on). This option is sometimes necessary after you install over a prior version of Netscape Browser and experience problems.
    Automatically use Internet Explorer By default, Netscape uses the Firefox rendering engine to display web pages. Select this option to have Netscape automatically switch to Internet Explorer for trusted sites that may include ActiveX content. For details, refer to How Do Trust Settings Work?
    Feedback Program Allow Netscape to gather anonymous usage statistics as you browse the web. When you participate in the feedback program, no personally identifiable information is sent to Netscape. The purpose of this program is to gather statistics on such things as which browser features are most often used (or unused).
    Zip Code Enter your zip code in this field to have the Netscape Browser toolbar display your current weather conditions.

    Default Theme:

    A theme is a kind of plug-in that you can use to change the look of your browser, including your default colors, fonts, buttons, and toolbars—in short, the entire look of your browser. (Themes are sometimes referred to as skins.) The installation program gives you the option of installing one of two themes: the Fusion theme, or the Winscape theme. After installing Netscape Browser, you can use the Themes window to download and install new themes from the Internet.

    Import Wizard:

    As a final step in the installation process, Netscape uses the Import Wizard to allow you to import settings that you use in other browsers such as Netscape 7.2, Firefox, or Internet Explorer. Settings that you can import include browser options, bookmarks, history, passwords, and more.

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Setting Up an Internet Connection

If you don't already have an internet connection, use the Windows Connection Wizard to set up your access to the internet. To do this:

  1. From the Start menu, click on Settings, and then select Control Panel. On the Control Panel window, look for an icon called Internet Properties or Network Connections. (Note: Accessing the Internet Properties window will differ somewhat depending on your version of Windows.)
  2. On the Internet Properties window, click the Connections tab.
  3. Follow the instructions on this window to start the Connection Wizard. This program will help you set up an existing internet connection, or enable you to select an internet provider so that you can create a new connection.

 

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If You Have Problems Connecting...

If you are having problems getting your internet connection to work, you can try the following:

 

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Contacting Netscape Phone Support

To contact Netscape phone support directly, call 1-800-411-0707. For a fee, this service provides support for installing, configuring, and setting up Netscape Browser.

 

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April, 2005


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