HP 23-R010 Manuale Proprietario
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Protecting your computer
Your computer includes features that help protect the integrity of your system and its data from
unauthorized access. Review these features to ensure proper use.
Computer security features
Computer risk
Computer feature
Unauthorized use of the computer or
user account
User password
A password is a group of characters that you choose. These characters must be entered to authorize
access to your computer information.
Unauthorized access to Setup Utility,
BIOS settings, and other system
identification information
Administrator password
Computer viruses
Antivirus software
The free trial antivirus software that is preinstalled on your computer can detect most viruses, remove
them, and, in most cases, repair damage caused by viruses. For protection against new viruses beyond the
trial period, purchase an extended service.
Unauthorized access to data and
ongoing threats to the computer
Firewall software
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Windows includes firewall software preinstalled on the computer.
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The antivirus software, which is preinstalled on the computer, includes firewall software.
Windows critical security updates
Updates to the Windows operating system
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Chapter 4 Protecting your computer