Download Files - How To Save Information
How to Download Files
Even if you are new to the Internet, you have probably heard the term "download." Downloading is simply the term used to describe the process of moving files from one computer to another. If you receive a file from another computer or web server, you download the file or bring it down to your computer.
Here's how to download a file using Internet Explorer and Windows XP. If you're using a different OS or browser such as Mozilla FireFox or a different version of Windows, your screens may look a little different, but the same basic steps should work.
How to Start
Although the process of downloading files may seem intimidating to a new web user, it is fairly easy. When you select and purchase a Download Product in the ACVA Store you are directed to the download area for that file(s).
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After you choose to Save the file (Image One), you will be presented with another window (Image Two) that asks where you want to save the file. The program will choose a folder where it will put the file and a name that the file will be given. You can either accept these "so-called" defaults, or you can change them.
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Smart Downloading Habits
Before you click "Okay" to save the file to your disk, you should be aware of two important things. First, you will have to remember where the file is located and what it is called. (Image Two) It's perfectly okay to just accept the defaults and let the program choose where to put the file and what to name it. However, make a habit of writing down the name and location of the file so that you can find it later.
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You can also choose another folder to save the file in. This is done by clicking the small arrow next to the Save In: listing. This action will drop down a list (Image Three) of places on your computer where you can choose to save your ACVA file.
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You can create a New Folder to store certain files in. (Image Four) You click on the 3rd Icon to the RIGHT of the Save In: listing. After clicking the Icon you get a new directory that is named New Folder. This is ready to be renamed. Once you type in the new name click the Enter key TWICE.
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You have now chosen the place to save your file and need to click on Save (Image Five) to begin the actual download process.
How Long Will It Take?
Both Microsoft Internet Explorer and Firefox have a progress indicator that tells you how much time is remaining in your file download process. Unfortunately, the indicators in both of these programs are unreliable. Your connection to the Internet and how well it is working will determine the actual time it takes to download your ACVA file(s). Allow yourself enough time. A large file can take several hours to download, depending on the speed of your internet connection. It is a good idea to remain in the vicinity of your computer in case there is a problem with the download. Sometimes you may receive an error message or be asked if you want to disconnect from the Internet. If you are monitoring the download process, you can take immediate action. Once the download is complete, you may or may not get a notice to that effect on your screen.
Finding the File
Even if you have written down the name of the file, sometimes you can't find it when it comes time to use the file. If that's the case and you're using Windows, you're in luck. Just go to the Start button and choose "Search"; then choose "Files or Folders." Type the name of the file in the search window. Make sure that the "Look in" box contains the name of your hard disk(s). Click "Search" or "Find Now" and Windows will find the file for you and show you its location. You can start using the file right from the "Search Results" box by clicking or double-clicking on the correct file.
