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Starting right
This computer is a powerful tool designed to enhance your work and entertainment. Read this
chapter to learn about best practices after you set up your computer, fun things to do with your
computer, and where to find additional HP resources.
Visit the HP Apps Store
The HP Apps Store offers a wide choice of popular games, entertainment and music apps,
productivity apps, and apps exclusive to HP that you can download to the Start screen. The selection
is updated regularly and includes regional content and country-specific offers. Be sure to check the
HP Apps Store frequently for new and updated features.
IMPORTANT:
To view and download an app:
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From the Start screen, select the Store app.
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Select HP Picks to view all the available apps.
3.
Select the app you want to download, and then follow the on-screen instructions. When the
download is complete, the app appears on the Start screen.
Best practices
To get the most out of your smart investment, after you set up and register the computer, we
recommend the following steps:
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If you haven't already done so, connect to a wired or wireless network. See details in
to a network on page
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Take a minute to browse the printed Windows 8 Basics guide to explore the new Windows® 8
features.
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Become familiar with the computer hardware and software. For more information, see
know your computer on page 5
information.
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Update or purchase antivirus software. Learn more at
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Back up your hard drive by creating recovery discs or a recovery flash drive. See
restoring, and recovering on page
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You must be connected to the Internet to access the HP Apps Store.
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Enjoying entertainment features on page 24
Using antivirus software on page
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Connecting
Getting to
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Backing up,
Visit the HP Apps Store
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