10 Security
Protecting the computer
NOTE: Security solutions are designed to act as deterrents, but they may not deter software attacks or prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen.
Security features provided with your computer can protect the computer, personal information, and data from a variety of risks. The way you use your computer will determine which security features you need to use.
The operating system offers certain security features. Additional security features are listed in the following table. Most of these additional security features can be configured in Computer Setup.
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Unauthorized use of the computer | Authentication using passwords | |
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Unauthorized access to Computer Setup (f10) | BIOS Administrator password in Computer Setup* | |
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Unauthorized access to the contents of a hard drive | DriveLock password in Computer Setup* | |
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Unauthorized startup from an optical drive, diskette drive, or | Boot options feature in Computer Setup* | |
internal network adapter |
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Unauthorized access to data | ● | Firewall software |
| ● | Operating system updates |
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Unauthorized access to Computer Setup settings and other | BIOS administrator password in Computer Setup* | |
system identification information |
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Unauthorized removal of the computer | Security cable slot (used with an optional security cable) | |
*Computer Setup is a utility accessed by pressing f10 when the computer is turned on or restarted. When using Computer Setup, you must use the keys on your computer to navigate and make selections.
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