Security, Protecting the computer, 13 security – HP Pavilion dv4-2116tx Entertainment Notebook PC User Manual

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13 Security

Protecting the computer

Standard security features provided by the Windows

®

operating system and the non-Windows Setup

Utility can protect your personal settings and data from a variety of risks.

Follow the procedures in this guide to use the following features:

Passwords

Antivirus software

Firewall software

Critical security updates

Optional security cable

Fingerprint reader (select models only)

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.

NOTE:

Before you send your computer for service, remove all password and fingerprint settings.

Computer risk

Security feature

Unauthorized use of the computer

QuickLock

Power-on password

Computer viruses

Norton Internet Security software

Unauthorized access to data

Firewall software

Windows updates

Unauthorized access to Setup Utility, BIOS settings, and other
system identification information

Administrator password

Ongoing or future threats to the computer

Critical security updates from Microsoft

Unauthorized access to a Windows user account

User password

Unauthorized removal of the computer

Security cable slot (used with an optional security cable)

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