Protecting Your System Files; Protecting Your Privacy; Protecting The Computer From Power Surges - HP Compaq 8710p Getting Started Manual

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Protecting your system files

HP Backup and Recovery Manager provides several ways to
back up the system and to recover optimal system
functionality. Refer to Appendix A,
for additional information.

Protecting your privacy

When you use the computer for e-mail, network, or Internet
access, it is possible for unauthorized persons to obtain
information about you or the computer.
To optimize the computer's privacy protection features,
observe these practices:
Keep the operating system and software updated. Many
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software updates contain security enhancements.
Use a firewall. Firewall software monitors incoming traffic
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on the computer to block messages that do not meet
specific security criteria. Some firewalls also monitor
outgoing traffic.

Protecting the computer from power surges

To protect the computer from the power surges that may be
caused by an uncertain power supply or an electrical storm,
observe these practices:
Plug the computer power cord into an optional,
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high-quality surge protector. Surge protectors are
available from most computer or electronics retailers.
During an electrical storm, either run the computer on
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battery power or shut down the computer and unplug the
power cord.
If applicable to your location, provide surge protection on
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the modem cable that connects the modem to a
telephone line. Telephone line surge protectors are
available from most computer or electronics retailers in
some regions.
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