Removing Automatic Drivelock Protection; Using Antivirus Software; Using Firewall Software - HP Laptop User Manual

Removing Automatic DriveLock protection

To remove DriveLock protection in Computer Setup, follow these steps:
1. Turn on or restart the computer, and then press
Menu" message is displayed at the bottom of the screen.
2. Press
3. Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to select Security > Automatic DriveLock, and then
press enter.
4. Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to select an internal hard drive, and then press enter.
5. Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to select Disable protection.
6. To save your changes and exit Computer Setup, click the Save icon in the lower-left corner of
the screen, and then follow the on-screen instructions.
– or –
Use the arrow keys to select File > Save Changes and Exit, and then press enter.

Using antivirus software

When you use the computer to access e-mail, a network, or the Internet, you potentially expose it to
computer viruses. Computer viruses can disable the operating system, programs, or utilities, or cause
them to function abnormally.
Antivirus software can detect most viruses, destroy them, and, in most cases, repair any damage they
have caused. To provide ongoing protection against newly discovered viruses, antivirus software
must be kept up to date.
An antivirus program may be preinstalled on your computer. It is strongly recommended that you use
an antivirus program of your choice in order to fully protect your computer.
To access Help and Support, type viruses in the Search box in Help and Support. From the Start
screen, type h, and then select Help and Support.

Using firewall software

Firewalls are designed to prevent unauthorized access to a system or network. A firewall can be a
software program you install on your computer and/or network, or it can be a solution made up of
both hardware and software.
There are two types of firewalls to consider:
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Host-based firewalls—Software that protects only the computer it is installed on.
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Network-based firewalls—Installed between your DSL or cable modem and your home network
to protect all the computers on the network.
When a firewall is installed on a system, all data sent to and from the system is monitored and
compared with a set of user-defined security criteria. Any data that does not meet those criteria is
blocked.
Your computer or networking equipment may already have a firewall installed. If not, firewall software
solutions are available.
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f10 to enter Computer Setup.
esc while the "Press the ESC key for Startup