Using firewall software
Firewalls are designed to prevent unauthorized access to a system or network. A firewall can be software you install on your tablet and/or network, or it can be a combination of both hardware and software.
There are two types of firewalls to consider:
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When a firewall is installed on a system, all data sent to and from the system is monitored and compared with a set of
Installing software updates
HP, Windows, and
Installing critical security updates
CAUTION: Microsoft sends out alerts regarding critical updates. To protect the tablet from security breaches and computer viruses, install all critical updates from Microsoft as soon as you receive an alert.
You can install these updates manually or automatically.
To view or change the settings:
1.From the Start screen, tap 
, type control panel.
2.Select System and Security, select Windows Update, select Change settings, and then follow the
Securing your wireless network
When you set up a WLAN or access an existing WLAN, always enable security features to protect your network from unauthorized access. WLANs in public areas (hotspots) like coffee shops and airports may not provide any security.
Backing up your software applications and information
Regularly back up your software applications and information to protect them from being permanently lost or damaged through a virus attack or a software or hardware failure. For more information, see Backup and recovery on page 25.
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