Windows Specific Tutorials

Common Troubleshooting Techniques

• Install the Plato™ Plugins for Windows
• Download Internet Explorer 7
• Configure Pop-up Blockers
• Clear IE's Temporary Internet Files (cache)
• Clear Firefox's Temporary Internet Files (cache)

Methods to Enhance the CMA/AO Experience on your Windows Computer

• Install the Thunderbird Mail Client on Windows
• Setup Thunderbird to access your CMA eMail

Free Tools to support your Windows PC

• Mozilla Firefox Web Browser

Digital Tools

• Open Office: Complete MS Office open source (free) replacement
• Thunderbird: an open source replacement for MS Outlook or Outlook Express (mail applications)
• Cute PDF - allows creation of .pdf files as a printer CutePDF & Required Converter


• Aptana: Premier Web Editing / Application Development
• Audacity: A Free, Cross-Platform Sound Editor
• Celestia: Open source space simulator
• Stellarium: Open source, professional quality planitarium

Plug-ins

• Plato Plugins for Windows
• Adobe Flash Player
• Adobe Shockwave Player

Security Software

• Clam Antivirus Software
• Zone Alarm Firewall / Pop-up Blocker
• MicroSoft Windows Defender
• Windows Firewall
• Net Nanny Parental Control Software
• Cybersitter Parental Control Software