How to Use Your XP Computer as a FAX Machine

Did you know that a FAX component is included in Windows XP? The problem is that it's not installed by default. However, you can install it easily:

  1. Click Start, Control Panel.
  2. Open the Add/Remove Programs applet.
  3. Click Add/Remove Windows Components.
  4. In the list of Windows components, scroll down to select Fax Services and check the check box.
  5. Click Next. You may be asked to insert the Windows XP installation disk. Click OK (you can also specify a network path for the XP installation files).

Of course, you'll need to have a FAX modem installed in your computer and a phone line to use the FAX service.



 

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