<p>You can use the CD-ROM included in this book to access many useful files and programs. Before installing any of the programs on the disc, you should check that you do not already have a newer version of the program already installed on your computer. To install different versions of the same program, you should contact the program's manufacturer. For the latest and greatest information, please refer to the ReadMe file located at the root level of the CD-ROM.</p>
<br><h2>System Requirements</h2>
<p>To use the contents of the CD-ROM, your computer must have the following:</p>
<br><h3>WINDOWS:</h3>
<ul>
<li>800 MHz Intel Pentium III processor (or equivalent) and later</li>
<li>Windows 2000, Windows XP</li>
<li>At least 256MB of total RAM installed on your computer (1GB to run Dreamweaver and Flash simultaneously)</li>
<li>650MB available disk space (Dreamweaver 8)</li>
<li>710MB available disk space (Flash Professional 8)</li>
<li>Graphics card supporting 1024 x 768, 16-bit display (32-bit recommended)</li>
<br><h3>MAC:</h3>
<li>600 MHz PowerPC G3 and later</li>
<li>Mac OS X 10.3, 10.4</li>
<li>256MB RAM (1GB recommended to run Dreamweaver and Flash simultaneously)</li>
<li>1024 x 768, thousands of colors display (millions of colors recommended)</li>
<li>300MB available disk space (Dreamweaver 8)</li>
<li>360MB available disk space (Flash Professional 8)</li>
<br><h2>Author's Files</h2>
<p>Author files are located on the CD-ROM that accompanies this book. You can use these files to follow along with the step-by-step instructions found in various sections. In this manner, you can read the steps and see the actual results in Dreamweaver or Flash. Simply open Dreamweaver or Flash, open the sample file, and then follow the steps in the section. You can browse the files directly from the CD-ROM, or you can copy them to your hard drive. To find the files on the CD-ROM, click Content on the CD-ROM main menu and then click Open Folder. Flash files that end in _f.fla are completed examples.</p><br>
<p>Simply open Dreamweaver or Flash, open the file that is indicated next to the CD icon, and then follow the steps in the section. You can browse the files directly from the CD-ROM, or you can copy them to your hard drive and use them as the basis for your own projects. To find the files on the CD-ROM, open the D:\Samples folder. Flash files that end in _f.fla are completed examples.</p>
<br><b>Dreamweaver 8, Trial Version </b><br>
<p>For Windows 2000/XP and Mac. Dreamweaver is a full-featured application for designing, publishing, and maintaining Web sites. This trial version expires 30 days after you install it. For more information, visit <a class="link-style" href="http://www.macromedia.com/dreamweaver">http://www.macromedia.com/dreamweaver</a></p><br>
<br><b>Flash Professional 8, Trial Version</b><br>
<p>Flash Professional 8 is an application for creating interactive websites, digital experiences, and mobile content. With Flash Professional 8, you can design interactive content that includes video, graphics, and animations. This trial version expires 30 days after you install it. For more information, visit <a class="link-style" href="http://www.macromedia.com/software/flash/flashpro/">http://www.macromedia.com/software/flash/flashpro/</a>.</p>
<br><b>Fireworks 8, Trial Version</b><br>
<p>Fireworks 8 lets you create, edit, and optimize images for use on your Web pages. You can create images in Fireworks and then add them to the pages that you build in Dreamweaver. This trial version expires 30 days after you install it. For more information, visit <a class="link-style" href="www.macromedia.com/fireworks">www.macromedia.com/fireworks</a>.</p>
<br><h2>Troubleshooting</h2>
<p>The programs on the CD-ROM should work on computers with the minimum of system requirements. However, some programs may not work properly.</p><br>
<p>The two most likely problems for the programs not working properly include not having enough memory (RAM) for the programs you want to use, or having other programs running that affect the installation or running of a program. If you receive error messages such as <i>Not enough memory</i> or <i>Setup cannot continue,</i> try one or more of the methods below and then try using the software again:</p><br>
<ul>
<li>Turn off any anti-virus software</li>
<li>Close all running programs</li>
<li>In Windows, close the CD-ROM interface and run demos or installations directly from Windows Explorer</li>
<li>Add more RAM to your computer</li>
</ul>
<br><h2>Customer Care</h2>
<p>If you have trouble with the CD-ROM, please call the Wiley Product Technical Support phone number at (800) 762-2974. Outside the United States, call 1 (317) 572-3994. You can also contact Wiley Product Technical Support at <a class="link-style" href="http://support.wiley.com/">http://support.wiley.com</a>. John Wiley & Sons will provide technical support only for installation and other general quality control items. For technical support on the applications themselves, consult the program's vendor or author. To place additional orders or to request information about other Wiley products, please call (877) 762-2974.</p>
