1 Starting right
This computer is a powerful tool designed to enhance your work and entertainment. To get the most out of your computer, read this chapter to learn about best practices after setup, fun things to do with your computer, and where to go to get more HP resources.
Best practices
To get the most out of your smart investment, after you set up and register the computer, we recommend the following steps:
●Take a minute to browse the Windows 8 Basics guide to explore your new Windows® features.
TIP: To quickly return to the computer Start screen from an open app or the Desktop, press the
Windows logo key 
on your keyboard. Pressing the Windows logo key again will return you to the previous screen.
●If you haven’t already done so, connect to a wired or wireless network. See details in Connecting to a network on page 14.
●Become familiar with the computer hardware and software. Go to Getting to know your computer on page 3 and Enjoying entertainment features on page 19 for information.
●Update or purchase antivirus software. Learn more at Using antivirus software on page 59.
●Back up your hard drive by creating recovery discs or a recovery flash drive. See Backing up, restoring, and recovering on page 65.
Fun things to do
●You know you can watch a YouTube video on the computer. But did you know that you can also connect your computer to a TV and watch the video on TV? For more information, see Connecting an HDMI TV or monitor on page 22.
●You know you can listen to music on the computer. But did you know that you can also stream live radio to the computer and listen to music or talk radio from all over the world? See Using audio on page 20.
●You know you can create a powerful presentation with Microsoft applications. But did you know you can also connect to a projector to share your ideas with a group? See Connecting a VGA monitor or projector on page 21.
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