security breaches and computer viruses, install all critical updates from Microsoft as soon as you receive an alert.
To be sure that all available updates are installed on the computer, observe these guidelines:
●Run Windows Update as soon as possible after you set up your computer. From the Start screen, type w, and then type Windows update in the search box. Select Windows Update from the list of applications.
●Run Windows Update monthly thereafter.
●Obtain updates to Windows and other Microsoft programs, as they are released, from the Microsoft website and through the updates link in Help and Support.
Installing HP and third-party software updates
HP recommends that you regularly update the software and drivers that were originally installed on your computer. To download the latest versions, go to http://www.hp.com/support. At this location, you can also register to receive automatic update notifications when they become available.
If you have installed
Securing your wireless network
When you set up your wireless network, always enable security features. For more information, see Protecting your WLAN on page 16.
Backing up your software applications and information
Regularly back up your software applications and information to protect them from being permanently lost or damaged through a virus attack or a software or hardware failure. For more information, see Backing up, restoring, and recovering on page 59.
Using an optional security cable lock
A security cable lock, which is purchased separately, is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen. Security cable locks are only one of several methods that should be employed as part of a complete security solution to help maximize theft protection.
The security cable slot on your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section. For the location of the security cable slot on your computer, see Getting to know your computer
on page 4.
1.Loop the security cable lock around a secured object.
2.Insert the key (1) into the security cable lock (2).
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