Protecting The Computer - HP s3320f - Pavilion - Slimline Getting Started Manual

Protecting the Computer

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Getting Started (features vary by model)
Creating multiple user accounts on the same computer has certain advantages, as well as
some drawbacks.
Advantages to multiple user accounts:
Ability to create individual user settings
Ability to limit access to software for certain users
Drawbacks to multiple user accounts:
More memory (RAM) usage
Multiple Temporary Internet Files folders to remove during Disk Cleanup
More data to back up
Longer time to complete virus scan
Protect the computer, personal settings, and data from a variety of risks by using:
Passwords.
Antivirus software.
Firewall software.
Critical security updates.
NOTE: Security solutions are designed to act as deterrents, but they may not be able to
prevent software attacks or to prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen.
Computer risk
Unauthorized use of the computer
or user account
Computer viruses
Unauthorized access to data
Unauthorized access to Setup
Utility, BIOS settings, and other
system identification information
Ongoing or future threats to the
computer
Security feature
User password
Norton Internet Security software (antivirus
program)
Norton Internet Security software (firewall program)
Windows Vista updates
Administrator password
Critical security updates from Microsoft