This section will help you download, install and run the SlipStream Web Accelerator.
The minimum system requirements are a Pentium 200MHz (or equivalent) with 64MB RAM, and at least 5MB of hard-drive space. SlipStream Web Accelerator works with Internet Explorer 4.0 (or later) and Netscape Communicator 4.0 (or later).
1. Download.
 | Your ISP will provide you with a location to download the SlipStream Web Accelerator installer. |
| Download the installer to your desktop. |
| Once the download has completed, proceed to Step 2. |
2. Install.
| On your Desktop you will find an icon called "SlipStreamInstaller". |
| Double-click the icon to start the installation procedure. |
| Once the installation finishes you will be prompted for a username and password. Enter the username and password provided to you by your ISP. |
| To avoid having to keep entering your username and password each time, ensure that the "Save Password" box is checked and then proceed to Step 3. |
3. Starting SlipStream.
| SlipStream Web Accelerator is automatically started when your computer starts up. |
| Acceleration will begin as soon as a supported browser (such as Internet Explorer or Netscape) or a supported email client (such as Microsoft Outlook or Eudora) is started. |
| On some Windows platforms a bubble icon will appear when the SlipStream Service has been established. On all other Windows platforms, you can verify that SlipStream Service has been established by hovering over the SlipStream tray icon (you should see a "SlipStream Service Enabled..." message). |
4. Using SlipStream.
| Browse the web or download email as you normally would. |
| Your web access or email access will be automatically accelerated by SlipStream Web Accelerator. |
| If you desire to stop the application, select Stop SlipStream from the pop-up menu, or if you desire to exit the application completely, click Exit from the pop-up menu. |
5. Further Assistance.
| If you're having trouble installing the product, consult the detailed installation instructions. |
| To get the most out of your new software, please see the Product Guide. |
| If you experience problems downloading, installing or running SlipStream Web Accelerator, consult the Troubleshooting or FAQ sections for further assistance. |
| Still having trouble? Feel free to contact us for product support or feedback. |