How It Works; Compaq Service Connection Privacy And Data Security Statement - HP Compaq Presario,Presario 7479 Supplementary Manual

The Compaq Service Connection will remain active and will be ready to perform
updates when you log on the Internet.
To turn off Compaq Service Connection, complete the following steps:
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How It Works

The Compaq Service Connection software operates in the background while you are
performing other tasks on your computer. You will only be aware that it is working
when a Notice is displayed.
If you are actively using your modem when the Compaq Service Connection
software initiates an update, the software waits until the modem is idle before
downloading any information. You will not be interrupted while using your Web
browser or e-mail programs.
When a Notice is displayed, complete the following steps to obtain the update:
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To view the updates you have downloaded and the updates that are still available,
double-click the Compaq Support
click the Service Connection
highlights in bold the updates that have not yet been accepted.
Compaq Service
Compaq Service Connection is committed to providing you with beneficial software
updates and information. To provide you with these services, non-personal
Connection
information limited to your computer model number, serial number, and software ID
Privacy and
files is communicated to the Compaq server. Files sent to your PC are protected by a
Data Security
personalized security number, similar to a Personal Identification Number (PIN), to
Statement
ensure that you receive the correct information. Compaq Service Connection does
not access, share, or send any personal information, files, or data on your system over
the Internet.
If you no longer wish to receive updates from Compaq Service Connection, you can
turn it off at any time.
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Right-click the Service Connection icon on the Windows Taskbar.
Select Shutdown Compaq Service Connection.
Double-click the Notice, usually displayed as a rotating
identification.
Install, postpone, or delete the download by clicking the appropriate button.
If you ignore the Notice, it will disappear after a minute or two. However,
the update will still be available for you to download at any time during the
next 10 days.
If you do not download the update within 10 days, it will automatically be
canceled.
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icon on the Windows desktop, then double-
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icon. The window displays a list of updates and
Understanding Your Service and Support Options
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, to reveal the update