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System Security
System Security
How can I protect my computer against security threats, such as viruses?
The Microsoft Windows operating system is preinstalled on your computer. The best way to protect your computer against
security threats, such as viruses, is to download and install the latest Windows updates regularly.
You can get important Windows updates by using the update feature or visiting the designated web site.
❑ The Automatic Updates feature — This feature automatically searches for and delivers updates directly to your computer
whenever it is connected to the Internet.
❑ The Windows Updates web site — This site enables you to download computer updates without turning on the Automatic
Updates feature.
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Your computer must be connected to the Internet to download the updates.
To use the Automatic Updates feature
1 Connect to the Internet.
2 Click the Automatic Updates icon on the taskbar.
3 Follow the on-screen instructions to set up automatic or scheduled updates.
To visit the Windows Updates web site
1 Connect to the Internet.
2 Type http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com/ in the address bar of your browser.
The Microsoft Windows Update and Security Warning windows appear.
3 In the Security Warning window, start installation and run Windows Update.
4 In the Microsoft Windows Update window, select an installation type, and follow the on-screen instructions.