HP 800-070st, 120-1000z Protecting Your Computer, Using passwords, Computer risk Computer feature

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Protecting Your Computer

Protect your computer, personal settings, and data from a variety of risks by using:

￿Passwords.

￿Antivirus software.

￿Firewall software.

￿Critical security updates.

NOTE: Security solutions are designed to act as deterrents, but they may not be able to prevent software attacks or to prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen.

Computer risk

Computer feature

 

 

Unauthorized use of the computer or user

User password

account

 

 

 

Computer viruses

Antivirus program

 

 

Unauthorized access to data

Firewall program

 

Windows 7 updates

 

 

Unauthorized access to Setup Utility,

Administrator password

BIOS settings, and other system

 

identification information

 

 

 

Ongoing or future threats to the computer

Windows 7 critical security updates from

 

Microsoft

 

 

Using passwords

A password is a group of characters that you choose to secure the computer information. Several types of passwords can be set, depending on how you want to control access to your information. Passwords can be set in the Windows 7 operating system on the computer.

CAUTION: To avoid being locked out of the computer, record each password you set. Because passwords are not displayed as they are set, changed, or deleted, it is essential to record each password immediately and store it in a secure place. Do not store passwords in a file on the computer.

You can use the same password for more than one Windows 7 security feature. A password set in Windows 7 must be entered at a Windows 7 prompt.

For information on Windows 7 passwords: Click the Start button, click Help and Support, and then type passwords into the Search Help box and press Enter. See “Using the Help and Support Center” on page 25.

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Contents Getting Started USA Table of Contents Iv Getting Started features vary by model Checking the Computer Installation Setting Up Your ComputerConnecting other devices to the computer Ethernet Network Icon/label Description and functionConnecting Speakers or Microphones Connecting speakersAudio connectors Icon/label Description and function Connecting a microphone Connecting headphonesConnecting to a Network Setting up a wired Ethernet network connectionSetting up a wireless network connection Connecting the Television Signal and Video Cables Connecting a ModemVideo Icon/label Description and function Audio input Television Icon/label Description and function Input Television Icon/label Description and function OutputCallouts Connecting the TV signal source without a set-top boxCallouts Using an external IR receiver Using an infrared receiver IR blasterPreparing to Use Your Computer Connecting to the Internet Turning Off the ComputerRestarting the Computer Click All Programs, and then click Internet Explorer Click Online Services, and then click Get OnlineAdjusting the Speaker Volume Adjusting microphone recording level in WindowsSelecting the Microphone Using passwords Computer risk Computer featureProtecting Your Computer Using firewall software Using antivirus softwareSetting Up User Accounts Guidelines for Installing Software and Hardware DevicesInstalling critical security updates Page Using the Memory Card Reader Special Features of Your ComputerPage Using LightScribe Technology Using a Vertical CD/DVD DriveUsing the Remote Control Accessing Support on the Web Using the Help and Support CenterFinding Guides on the Web Click Support and DriversUsing HP Advisor Software Using the PC Help & Tools FolderFinding Onscreen Guides Click All Programs Click User GuidesUsing the Computer with Safety and Comfort Getting Started features vary by model Troubleshooting Computer Problems Troubleshooting and MaintenanceComputer does not start Symptom Possible solutionClick Start Task Manager End TaskSymptom PowerScreen Resolution Display monitorKeyboard and mouse with cable Possible solution For a mouse with a roller ball Wireless keyboard and mousePossible solution Check for these problems For an optical mouseLED light, and hold it for Connection was Audio and speakers Then click Open Volume MixerInternet access CD and DVD drives CD and DVD drives Select Search automatically for updated driver Update Driver SoftwareVideo SoftwareHardware installation Performance Bluetooth Devices Wireless devicesCheck mark in the My device is set up and ready to RemoveMemory card reader Remote controlSoftware Troubleshooting Software repair overviewUpdating drivers Click System protection Microsoft System RestoreClick Software Program Reinstallation Software program and hardware driver reinstallationMaintenance tasks MaintenanceWeekly MonthlyCreating system recovery discs Creating data backup discsCleaning the computer and monitor Keeping the Computer Free of Dust, Dirt, and HeatSystem Recovery Cleaning the computer ventsCleaning the keyboard and mouse System recovery options Creating recovery discsSystem recovery from the Windows 7 Start Menu Starting system recovery from user-created recovery discs Additional Troubleshooting Performing the Post-Recovery ProcedureWindows 7 Troubleshooting Tools HP Support AssistantIndex See audio speakers Checking installation Page Page Power to make a change
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