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Welcome to version 6.0 of the ZeroPort! We've redesigned the interface to make it sleeker and even more user-friendly than before, while making sure that it continues to take up the smallest area possible.

The information below will outline the use of the new ZeroPort and cover its new features.

Docked Mode

We designed the new ZeroPort to be as unobtrusive as possible. Due to its smaller size, we have found that it fits best while docked either at the top or the bottom of the screen. To change between these two modes, you can click on the Up or Down arrows next to the X button on the ZeroPort. The up arrow will dock the ZeroPort to the top of the screen, while the down arrow will dock it to the bottom. The ZeroPort will always remember the last place you docked it each time you log off.

Please remember that the ZeroPort is a fundamental feature of NetZero, and it cannot be minimized, moved off-screen or placed in the background while you are connected.

Note: In order for you to successfully dock the ZeroPort, your computer's display settings must be set to at least 800x600 pixels. For instructions on how to change your display settings, please click here.

My Ticker

Turn the ticker on to display up-to-the-minute stocks, news, and sports headlines which you can choose through the Ticker Customization feature.

Turn the ticker on to display stocks, news and sports, which you have chosen through the Ticker Customization feature.

1. Click on the My Ticker button in the lower left corner of the ZeroPort.
2. Click on the appropriate button to the right of the ticker that you would like displayed.
   
   For example:
   
   
3. Click on the button to the right of the ticker button to view your stocks. The button will become to show you are viewing stocks.
4. Click on the button to the right of the ticker button to view your sports. The button will become to show you are viewing sports.
5. Click on the button to the right of the ticker button to view your news. The button will become to show you are viewing news.
   
   Notice that each button changes from gray to orange when its corresponding ticker is active.

If you click on the actual , or ticker buttons on the ZeroPort, you will be taken directly to the corresponding Web site.

Note: The scrolling speed of the items on the ticker is not adjustable.

If you click on any scrolling news or sports headline, your Web browser will open to the New York Times Web site with the full story. Clicking on a scrolling stock price will open your Web browser to detailed information on that stock courtesy of SmartMoney.com.

If at any time you don't want to see the ticker, you have two options:

1. Click on the button in thelower-left corner of the ZeroPort.
2. Click on the button, select Ticker, and select On to uncheck it.

ZeroPort Buttons

The new ZeroPort has several buttons conveniently placed to help you get the most from your time online:

NetZero Button
NetZero is just a click away! Click on the NetZero button and you'll be taken directly to NetZero's Web site, where you'll find the latest company information, customer support and links to all of our products and services. No matter where you are on the Net, you'll always be able to find us.

Options Button
Clicking on the Options button will pop up a menu listing all of the options and services available to you through the ZeroPort. Select one of the menu options and you're on your way to customizing your NetZero experience.

The available options are:

Back - Select Back to view the previous ad.

Next - Select Next to view the next ad.

Hide Banner - Select this option to link to a secured online form on NetZero's Web site where you can sign up for NetZero Platinum and enjoy NetZero without banner advertisements in the ZeroPort.

View - Lets you decide where you want the ZeroPort docked, either at the top of the screen or at the bottom.

Position - If your screen resolution is set to 640 X 480 when you log on to NetZero, you will be able to move the ZeroPort to each corner of the screen with this feature. The options are: Top left, Top right, Bottom left and Bottom right. Click on the desired position and the ZeroPort will automatically move there. (Note: This is option will be unavailable if your screen resolution is NOT set to 640 x 480.)

Browser - Lets you choose when you click on a button on the ZeroPort whether a new browser window will open to the Web page you selected, or if the new Web page will be displayed in your current browser window.

Profile - Takes you to a Web page where you can update your member profile.

My Account - Takes you to your NetZero Member Page where you can edit your profile, change your password, and much more.

My Ticker - Offers options to turn on/off your scrolling ticker and customize its display.

My Email - Contains options for setting up and checking your email.

NetZero Home - Takes you to NetZero's main Web page at www.netzero.net.

Tech Support - Provides links to several NetZero support Web pages, including a tutorial on using the NetZero software.

About United Online - Displays the ZeroPort version number, patent and copyright notices.

Exit - Click this option to bring up the Confirm Logoff Dialog box.

For more information about using the ZeroPort pop-up menu, click here.

Email Button
The new, yellow email button looks like an envelope, and has a dot next to it that will light up when you have new messages. Click the email button to go straight to your email program where you can check for and reply to your messages. To configure your email program, just click on the Options button and select Email, then Configure email account.

For more information on how to configure your email for NetZero, click here.

News Button
For those interested in current events, clicking on the News button brings you to the ABC News Web site, where you'll find all the latest breaking stories from around the world.

Weather Button
Click on the Weather button to check your local weather forecast or check out forecasts around the world at Weather.Com! Your local weather report is based on the city and state listed in your member profile. If you'd like to change your local weather report to a different area, just click on the Options button and select Profile to change your personal information.

Stocks Button
Is finance your forte? Clicking on the Stocks button will open the SmartMoney.com Web site, with all the latest information from the world of finance.

Shop Button
Shopping made easy and fast, courtesy of BizRate.com! Need something special for an upcoming holiday or birthday? Use the Shop button on the ZeroPort. From treats for your favorite pet, to clothes for the whole family, you can find all kinds of everyday items with just a click of your mouse.

Auctions Button
Now you're one click away from The World's Online Marketplace, eBay! Clicking on the Auctions button on the ZeroPort will take you to eBay.com, the world's largest trading community where millions of people buy and sell millions of items every day.

Autos Button
Trying to find a new car? How about vehicle shopping without ever having to leave home? Select the Autos button and find a hassle-free deal at the General Motors Web site.

Channels Button
Clicking the Channels button takes you to a one-click, zero-hassle registration for products and services from select sponsors. My NetZero's convenient "speedy access" and one-click login technology remembers the various IDs and passwords across all Service sites, so you don't have to!

Home Button
Clicking on the Home button will take you directly to the My NetZero page, which you can customize for your local weather, stocks, news, and other exciting features.

Get Platinum Button
Select this option to link to a secured online form on NetZero's Web site where you can sign up for NetZero Platinum, and enjoy NetZero without banner advertisements in the ZeroPort.

Search the Web Button
There are two search options on the ZeroPort. If you need to run a quick search, just click on the Search button (with the magnifying glass icon), and you will be taken to Overture's easy-to-use search engine. Once here, typing in a general word, such as music or sports, automatically runs an Overture search and displays the results in your browser. After searching, all you have to do is click on the URL or hypertext link of your choice.



If you like, you can also type a general keyword into the text box on the right side of the ZeroPort and click on the Go button. NetZero will automatically run an Overture search and open your browser with the results. Just click on one of the resulting links and continue Web surfing.

Note: You will only see the Search text box if you are running at a screen resolution of 1024x768 or above. For instructions on how to change your display settings, please click here.

Scroll Arrows  
See an ad flash by that you'd like to see again? On the left side of the ZeroPort you'll find a forward and a backward arrow. Use these arrows to scroll through previously-viewed ads.