Updating Antivirus Software; Backing Up Files; Finding Files; Copying A File On The Hard Drive - Compal notebook User Manual

2 Operating Your Notebook (XP)

2.8.1 Updating Antivirus Software

There are thousands of known viruses, and more appear all the time. Installing antivirus
software is the only way to protect your data, software, and hardware. Regular updates are
necessary to ensure protection.
Your computer dealer can advise you regarding purchasing antivirus software.
Before installing any software from unlicensed sources, scan for viruses. Regularly
backup your data to safeguard against loss if your notebook is infected.

2.8.2 Backing Up Files

Regularly backing up your files will protect you from losing data from accidental file
deletion, viruses or hard drive failure.
Programs can be reinstalled, unless you have backed up your work, you will lose your data
files.
The most convenient way to back up your files is to a CD-RW drive. For smaller files, you
can use a floppy disk.

2.8.3 Finding Files

Right click on Start > Search.
In the search window, type either All or part of the file name or A word or phrase in the
file.
Specify where you want the system to look by specifying a drive or folder in the Look in
pull-down menu.
Windows will search the entire hard drive (or drive C partition) if the default setting
of C: is unchanged.
Click Search to begin searching.
Files found that match your search criteria are listed in the Search Results window.

2.8.4 Copying a File on the Hard Drive

From the Desktop, select My Computer.
Locate the file you want to copy, and click the file to select it.
Under File and Folder Tasks > Copy this file.
In the Copy Items window, select the location where you want to copy the file.
Click Copy.
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