Are you new to downloading software? Here is a quick introduction to downloading using Internet Explorer and Windows XP. (This example shows a download of the file "MathResourceStudioEvaluationSetup.exe".) If you're using a different browser such as Firefox or a different version of Windows, your screens may look a little different, but the same basic steps should work.

Step 1

Click on the download link for the program you want to download.

You may be asked if you want to save the file or run it from its current location. If you are asked this question, select "Save." If not, don't worry -- some browsers will automatically choose "Save" for you.

You will then be asked to select the folder where you want to save the program or file, using a standard "Save As" dialog box. Pay attention to which folder you select before clicking the "Save" button. We recommend saving to "My Documents" to make it easy to find the downloaded file later.

Step 2

The download will now begin. Your web browser will keep you updated on the progress of the download by showing a progress bar.

You may see a check box labeled "Close this dialog box when download completes." If you see this check box, it helps to uncheck this box. You don't have to, but if you do, it will be easier to install the software after it is downloaded.

Depending on which file you're downloading and how fast your connection is, it may take anywhere from a few seconds to a few minutes to download.

Step 3

When your download is finished, if you left the "Close this dialog box when download completes" option unchecked, you'll see a dialog box like this one:

Now click the "Run" button to install the file you just downloaded. If you don't see the "Download complete" dialog box, open the folder where you saved the file and double-click on the filename (for this example, the filename is "MathResourceStudioEvaluationSetup").

Depending on the security settings on your computer you may see a dialog box like the one below. Click "Run" to start intsalling the program.

Finally, follow the on-screen instructions to install the program to your computer.