Security; Protecting The Computer - HP Pavilion DM1-2010 User Manual

9

Security

Protecting the computer

Standard security features provided by the Windows operating system and the non-Windows Setup
Utility can protect your personal settings and data from a variety of risks.
Follow the procedures in this chapter to use the following features:
●
Passwords
●
Firewall software
●
Antivirus support (Norton Internet Security)
●
Critical security updates
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.
NOTE: Before you send your computer for service, remove all password settings.
Computer risk
Unauthorized use of the computer
Unauthorized access to data
Unauthorized access to Setup Utility, BIOS settings, and other
system identification information
Ongoing or future threats to the computer
Unauthorized access to a Windows user account
78 Chapter 9 Security
Security feature
●
QuickLock
●
Power-on password
●
Firewall software
● Windows updates
Administrator password
Critical security updates from Microsoft
User password