10 Security; Protecting The Computer - HP ProBook 4440s User Manual

10 Security

Protecting the computer

NOTE: Security solutions are designed to act as deterrents, but they may not deter software attacks
or prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen.
Security features provided with your computer can protect the computer, personal information, and
data from a variety of risks. The way you use your computer will determine which security features
you need to use.
The operating system offers certain security features. Additional security features are listed in the
following table. Most of these additional security features can be configured in Computer Setup.
To protect against
Unauthorized use of the computer
Unauthorized access to Computer Setup (f10)
Unauthorized access to the contents of a hard drive
Unauthorized startup from an optical drive, diskette drive, or
internal network adapter
Unauthorized access to data
Unauthorized access to Computer Setup settings and other
system identification information
Unauthorized removal of the computer
*Computer Setup is a utility accessed by pressing
Setup, you must use the keys on your computer to navigate and make selections.
Use this security feature
Authentication using passwords
BIOS Administrator password in Computer Setup*
DriveLock password in Computer Setup*
Boot options feature in Computer Setup*
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Firewall software
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Operating system updates
BIOS administrator password in Computer Setup*
Security cable slot (used with an optional security cable)
f10 when the computer is turned on or restarted. When using Computer
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