HP Dv6-7020us manual Installing software updates, Installing Windows security updates

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Installing software updates

HP, Microsoft Windows, and third-party software installed on your computer should be regularly updated to correct security problems and improve software performance. For more information, see Updating programs and drivers on page 62.

Installing Windows security updates

Updates to the operating system and other software may have become available after the computer left the factory. Microsoft sends out alerts regarding critical updates. To protect the computer from 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. Select Start > All Programs > Windows Update.

●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 third-party software after you purchased your computer, regularly update the software. Software companies provide software updates to their products to correct security problems and improve functionality of the software.

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Contents User Guide Software terms Product noticeSafety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Using Sleep or Hibernation Managing and sharing information Securing your computer and information Input power Operating environment Page Best practices Starting rightFun things to do More HP resources Resource ContentsComponent Description Getting to know your computerFinding your hardware and software information FrontRight side Using Sleep or Hibernation onRight side Left side Rear Communication and Chat CyberLink YouCam DisplayWebcam light On The webcam is in use TouchPad TopSleep or Hibernation on LightsButtons, speakers, and fingerprint reader select models only Speakers Produce sound By selecting Start Control Panel Hardware KeysSound Beats Audio Control Panel Num lock key Bottom Component LabelsConnecting to a wireless network Connecting to a networkUsing the wireless controls Using HP Connection Manager select models only Using the wireless buttonUsing operating system controls Using an Internet service provider Using a WlanConfiguring a wireless router Setting up a WlanProtecting your Wlan Connecting to a Wlan Using Bluetooth wireless devices select models onlyConnecting to a local area network LAN Multimedia Features Enjoying entertainment featuresSelect Start Control Panel Hardware Using the webcamConnecting speakers Using audioAccessing Beats Audio Control Panel Connecting headphonesConnecting a microphone Using Beats AudioChecking the sound Using videoConnecting a VGA monitor or projector Connecting an Hdmi TV or monitor Configuring audio settings with Hdmi TV Using Intel Wireless Display select models onlyManaging your audio and video files Using the keyboard and pointing devices Icon Key Description Using the keyboardUsing ALT GR key combinations Using the action keysF10 Using the keypad Using the hot keysUsing the integrated numeric keypad Turning the TouchPad off or on Using the TouchPadSelecting NavigatingUsing TouchPad gestures 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DriveGuardUsing Disk Cleanup Adding or replacing memory modules Page Page Updating programs and drivers Cleaning your computerCleaning the display, sides, and cover Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboardTraveling with or shipping your computer Securing your computer and information Computer risk Security featureLocating your security software Using passwordsSetting Setup Utility Bios passwords Setting Windows passwordsPassword Function Registering fingerprints Using the fingerprint reader select models onlyUsing HP SimplePass Using your registered fingerprint to log on to WindowsUsing antivirus software Using Internet security softwareUsing firewall software Installing Windows security updates Installing software updatesInstalling HP and third-party software updates Using an optional security cable lock Securing your wireless networkBacking up your software applications and information Starting Setup Utility Bios Using Setup Utility Bios and System DiagnosticsUpdating the Bios Downloading a Bios update Determining the Bios versionUsing System Diagnostics Creating backups Backing up, restoring, and recoveringCreating recovery media to recover the original system What you need to know Creating system restore pointsTips for a successful backup Creating a system restore pointBacking up system and personal information Creating a backup using Windows Backup and Restore Restoring specific files using Windows Backup and Restore Restore and recoveryRestoring to a previous system restore point Recovering the original system using HP Recovery ManagerRecovering using the recovery media Recovering using HP Recovery partition select models onlyChanging the computer boot order Input power SpecificationsInput power Rating Operating environment Troubleshooting and support Disc drive problems TroubleshootingWireless connection problems Cannot connect to a preferred network Cannot connect to a WlanWlan connection is very weak Current network security codes are unavailableCannot connect to 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