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Starting right
This computer is a powerful tool designed to enhance your work and entertainment. To get the most out of
your computer, read this chapter to learn about best practices after setup, fun things to do with your
computer, and where to go to get more HP resources.
Best practices
After you set up and register the computer, we recommend the following steps to get the most out of your
smart investment:
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If you haven't already done so, connect to a wired or wireless network. See details in
network on page
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Become familiar with the computer hardware and software. Go to
on page 3
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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
and recovering on page
Fun things to do
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You know you can watch a YouTube video on the computer. But did you know that you can also connect
your computer to a TV and watch the video on TV? For more information, see
by using an HDMI cable on page
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You know you can listen to music on the computer. But did you know that you can also stream live radio
to the computer and listen to music or talk radio from all over the world? See
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Use the TouchPad and the new Windows® touch gestures for smooth control of images and pages of
text. See
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Enjoying entertainment features on page 20
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Using the TouchPad and gestures on page
Getting to know your computer
for information.
Using antivirus software on page
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Connecting to a
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Backing up, restoring,
Connecting video devices
Using audio on page
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Best practices
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