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11 Securing your computer and
information
Computer security is essential for protecting the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of your
information. Standard security solutions provided by the Windows® operating system, HP
applications, the non–Windows Setup Utility (BIOS), and other third-party software can help protect
your computer from a variety of risks, such as viruses, worms, and other types of malicious code.
IMPORTANT:
Computer risk
Unauthorized use of the computer
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
Unauthorized access to a Windows user account
Unauthorized removal of the computer
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Chapter 11 Securing your computer and information
Some security features listed in this chapter may not be available on your computer.
Security feature
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Power-on password
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Fingerprint reader
Antivirus software
Firewall software
Administrator password
Software updates
User password
Security cable lock
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