Security, Protecting the computer, 10 security – HP ProBook 4330S Notebook-PC User Manual

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10 Security

The following sections are included in this chapter:

Protecting the computer

Using passwords

Using firewall software

Installing an optional security cable

Protecting the computer

NOTE:

Security solutions are designed to act as deterrents, but they may not deter software attacks

or prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen.

Security features provided with your computer can protect the computer, personal information, and
data from a variety of risks. The way you use your computer will determine which security features
you need to use.

The operating system offers certain security features. Additional security features are listed in the
following table. Most of these additional security features can be configured in Computer Setup.

To protect against

Use this security feature

Unauthorized use of the computer

Power-on authentication using passwords.

Unauthorized access to Computer Setup (

f10

)

Administrator password in Computer Setup*

Unauthorized access to the contents of a hard drive

DriveLock password in Computer Setup*

Unauthorized reset of Computer Setup (

f10

) passwords

Stringent security feature in Computer Setup*

Unauthorized startup from an optical drive, diskette drive, or
internal network adapter

Boot options feature in Computer Setup*

Unauthorized access to data

Firewall software

Operating system updates

Unauthorized access to Computer Setup settings and other
system identification information

Administrator password in Computer Setup*

Unauthorized removal of the computer

Security cable slot (used with an optional security cable)

*Computer Setup is a utility accessed by pressing

f10

when the computer is turned on or restarted. When using Computer

Setup, you must use the keys on your computer to navigate and make selections.

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