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The Basics of Downloading
If you're online, you're going to want to download a file at some point. Downloading is the process of transferring a file from one computer to your computer. The speed at which you download depends on your connection speed, the connection speed of the originating computer (or server), and network traffic. Here, you'll learn the basics of downloading files, including how to navigate folders, how to find the downloaded file, and tips for managing your downloads.

  Topics
  Creating a Downloads Folder
  Downloading with AOL
  Resuming Canceled Downloads