To set the function of software or hardware to your particular settings. You can configure Windows so that it displays a different colour background, or so that it uses a larger font that's easier to read. If you install a new software application there are two main steps: the first is the installation, which simply creates a new folder and copies the files on to your hard disk from the floppy disk or CD-ROM. Once the program is installed, you can configure it to work the way you want. For example, if you are adding Microsoft Word, you install it and then configure the way it looks and works. The Tools/Customize option lets you change the icons and menus that are displayed, while the Tools/Configure option lets you change the initial settings for the software.
