Using Firewalls; Protecting Data Against Viruses - Lenovo ThinkPad Edge E425 1198 User Manual

For disposing of data on the hard disk drive, Lenovo provides the Secure Data Disposal tool. To download
the application, go to:
http://www.lenovo.com/support
Note: Running the application will take a couple of hours.

Using firewalls

If your system is preintalled with a firewall program, it protects against computer Internet security threats,
unauthorized access, intrusions, and Internet attacks. It also protects your privacy.
For more information about how to use the firewall program, refer to the help information system that
comes with the program.

Protecting data against viruses

Your computer is preinstalled with an antivirus program so you can detect and eliminate viruses. The
antivirus program is designed to help you detect and eliminate viruses.
Lenovo provides a full version of antivirus software on your computer with a free 30-day subscription. After
30 days, you must renew the license to continue receiving the antivirus software updates.
For more information about how to use your antivirus software, refer to the help information system of
your antivirus software.
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