Toshiba P200 User Manual

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It is easy to put off backing up because it takes time. However, 
if your hard disk suddenly fails, you will lose all the data on it 
unless you have a separate backup copy. For more information, 
see 

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Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to 
conserve disk space and improve performance. 

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Scan all new files for viruses.

This precaution is especially important for files you receive via 
diskette, email, or download from the Internet. 

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Take frequent breaks to avoid repetitive-motion injuries and 
eyestrain.

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Do not turn off the computer if a drive indicator light indicates 
a drive is active.

Turning off the computer while it is reading from or writing to 
a disk may damage the disk, the drive, or both.

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Before turning off the computer, use the Shut Down command 
or Sleep command. See 

 to learn more about Sleep.

The Windows

®

 operating system records information, such as your 

desktop setup, during its shutdown procedure. If you do not let the 
Windows

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 operating system shut down normally, details such as 

new icon positions may be lost.

Your computer’s keyboard contains character keys, control keys, 
function keys, and special Windows

®

 keys.

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