Protecting Your Computer; Guidelines For Installing Software And Hardware Devices - HP Presario All-in-One CQ1-1000 - Desktop PC Getting Started Manual

Protecting your computer

Computer risk
Unauthorized use of the
computer or user account
Unauthorized access to
Setup Utility, BIOS settings,
and other system
identification information
Computer viruses
Unauthorized access to data
and ongoing threats to the
computer
NOTE:
Security solutions can deter theft, mishandling, and software attacks, but cannot prevent them.
Guidelines for installing software and hardware
devices
After you complete the initial computer setup, you might want to install additional software programs or
hardware devices. Check the operating system, memory, and other requirements listed before purchasing
new software or hardware for your computer. Follow the software manufacturer's directions to install the new
software.
4 Chapter 2 Setting up your computer
Computer feature
User password
A password is a group of characters that you choose to secure computer
information.
Administrator password
Antivirus software
The free trial antivirus software that is preinstalled on your computer can
detect most viruses, remove them, and, in most cases, repair damage caused
by viruses. For protection against new viruses beyond the trial period,
purchase an extended update service.
Firewall software
Windows 7 includes firewall software preinstalled on the computer.
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The antivirus software, which is preinstalled on the computer, includes
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firewall software.
Windows 7 critical security updates
Microsoft continually updates the Windows 7 operating system.
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