Next Steps

Protect Your Privacy

When you use the tablet PC for e-mail, network, or Internet access, it is possible for unauthorized persons to obtain information about you, your tablet PC, and your data.

To optimize the privacy protection features included with your tablet PC, it is recommended that you

Keep your Windows operating system updated. Many Windows updates contain security enhancements. For information about updating Windows, refer to the “Updating Software” section.

Use a firewall.

A firewall is software that controls access to data and resources on the network. This protects your wireless network from intruders.

Updating Software

Most software, including the operating system, is updated frequently by the manufacturer or provider. Important updates to the software included with your tablet PC might have been released since the tablet PC left the factory.

Some updates might affect the way your tablet PC responds to optional software or external devices. Many updates provide security enhancements.

HP strongly recommends that you update the operating system and other software provided on your tablet PC as soon as the tablet PC is connected to the Internet.

To update the operating system and other software provided on your tablet PC,

»Select Start > Help and Support.

For supplementary information and procedures for keeping your tablet PC software updated, refer to the software update section in

the Hardware and Software Guide.

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