HP SR5350AP, SR5351AP manual Installing critical security updates

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Configuring the computer for automatic Microsoft software updates

Microsoft continually updates the Windows Vista operating system. HP recommends that you run Windows Vista Update monthly to install these updates. One way to keep the operating system up to date is to use the Automatic Updates feature.

When you are connected to the Internet, Windows Vista Update automatically notifies you through a pop-up message or icon in the notification area when critical updates are available. When you see the Windows Vista Update message, allow the updates to download to your system. If you update the system weekly, or even monthly, the time required for download is minimal.

To configure Automatic Updates:

1Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar.

2Click Control Panel.

3Click Security.

4Click Windows Update.

5Click Change settings.

6Select the desired configuration:

Install updates automatically (recommended) — This is the default setting, and it enables you to specify a day and time to automatically download and install recommended updates.

Download updates but let me choose whether to install them

Check for updates but let me choose whether to download and install them

Never check for updates (not recommended) — This option makes the computer more vulnerable to security threats and performance problems and is not recommended.

7Click OK.

Installing critical security updates

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of information damage or loss from security breaches and computer viruses, install all critical updates from Microsoft as soon as you receive an alert.

Additional updates to the operating system and other software may have become available after the computer was shipped. Download all available updates and install them onto the computer.

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Contents Getting Started USA Table of Contents Using the Mouse Using the KeyboardTurning On the Computer for the First Time Managing Files Introducing Your Computer SoftwareIndex Using the Memory Card ReaderPutting the Computer Together Setting Up the ComputerPlacing the computer in the proper location Connecting to the computer Using surge protectionConnector Icon/Label Description and function Connector Icon/Label Description and function Connecting a Digital Camera Photo or Video Setting Up the Computer Adjusting the screen resolution by using Vista Connecting Other DevicesClick Display Settings Click Apply Click Yes, if it is present Click OK Setting Up a Local Area Network Integrated Wireless Devices Setting Up a Wired Ethernet ConnectionSelect models only Connecting the Wireless LAN DeviceUsing wireless security features Checking the wireless LAN device installationConnecting a Modem Click All Programs Click User Guides Getting HelpFinding Onscreen Guides Finding Guides on the WebClick All Programs Click PC Help & Tools Using the Onscreen Help and Support CenterUsing the PC Help & Tools Folder Using the hardware diagnostic toolsTurning On the Computer for the First Time Turning Off the Computer Using Shut DownClick Shut Down Using Sleep mode Using LockUsing Hibernate mode Restarting the Computer Automatic Sleep, Hibernate, or Away modeConnecting to the Internet Setting Up User Accounts Using the Computer with Safety and ComfortProtecting the Computer Computer risk Security featureUsing passwords Using firewall software Using antivirus softwarePassword Function Installing critical security updates Click Recover factory settings Guidelines for Installing Software and Hardware DevicesClick Help and Support Getting Started features vary by model Identifying Keyboard Features Using the KeyboardAlphanumeric keys Edit keys Function keysArrow keys Numeric keys Keyboard indicatorsIcon Name Description Identifying Special Keyboard Buttons Icon Feature DescriptionSpecial keyboard buttons Compaq Hp OrClick Keyboard Customizing the keyboard buttonsIcon Label Description Click Control PanelKeyboard Shortcuts Synchronizing a wireless mouse and keyboard Wireless Mouse and Keyboard TroubleshootingUsing the Keyboard Getting Started features vary by model Using the Mouse Scrolling Using the Mouse ButtonsPanning Changing Mouse SettingsSwitching mouse button functions AutoscrollingClick the Pointer Options tab Changing mouse pointer speedChanging the double-click speed Turning on the ClickLock optionChanging the scroll wheel speed Getting Started features vary by model Introducing Your Computer Software Using the DesktopLearning More About Software Retrieving desktop icons Using the Windows Start Button MenuUsing the All Programs menu Removing desktop iconsOrganizing the All Programs list Using the Control PanelResizing Windows Feature Name DescriptionWorking with Digital Images About the Internet Searching the Internet Using a BrowserClick Internet Explorer Restricting Internet contentClick All Programs Click Windows Mail Using Windows MailUsing the e-mail program provided by your ISP Sending and Receiving E-MailOrganizing Files with Folders Managing FilesMoving Files Creating FoldersFinding Files Deleting Files Renaming FilesCopying Files Retrieving Files from the Recycle BinUsing a Printer Using the Memory Card Reader Slot reader Media Insertion GuideCard Insert the media Location MMC Mobile Card Insert the media Slot reader LocationMiniSD MMC PlusActivity light Upper slot Lower slot Formatting a Memory Card Understanding the Activity LightTroubleshooting the Memory Card Reader Index Found New Hardware message, connecting a digital cameraGetting Started features vary by model Index Part number

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