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Welcome
After you set up and register the computer, it is important to take the following steps:
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Connect to the Internet—Set up your wired or wireless network so that you can connect to the
Internet. For more information, see
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Update your antivirus software—Protect your computer from damage caused by viruses. The
software is preinstalled on the computer and includes a limited subscription for free updates. For
more information, see the HP Notebook Reference Guide. For instructions on accessing this
guide, see
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Get to know your computer—Learn about your computer features. See
computer on page 4
on page 18
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Find installed software—Access a list of the software preinstalled on the computer. Select
Start > All Programs. For details about using the software included with the computer, see the
software manufacturer's instructions, which may be provided with the software or on the
manufacturer's website.
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Back up your hard drive by creating recovery discs. See
Finding information on page
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Navigating using the keyboard, touch gestures and pointing devices
for additional information.
Networking on page
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Backup and recovery on page 71
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