Using external AC power ................................................................................................................... 48
7 Security ...................................................................................................................................................... 50
Protecting the computer ..................................................................................................................................... 50
Using passwords .................................................................................................................................................. 51
Using antivirus software ...................................................................................................................................... 57
Using firewall software ........................................................................................................................................ 57
8 Maintenance ............................................................................................................................................... 60
Improving performance ....................................................................................................................................... 60
Using Disk Defragmenter .................................................................................................................. 60
Using Disk Cleanup ............................................................................................................................ 60
Updating programs and drivers .......................................................................................................................... 61
Cleaning your computer ...................................................................................................................................... 61
Cleaning procedures .......................................................................................................................... 61
Replacing a battery ......................................................................................................... 48
Testing an AC adapter ..................................................................................................... 49
Cleaning the display ........................................................................................................ 62
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