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Securing Your Computer
When using passwords, observe the following guidelines:
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Choose a password that you can remember, but not one that is easy to
guess. For example, do not use the names of family members or pets for
passwords.
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It is recommended that you do not write down your password. If you do
write it down, however, ensure that the password is stored in a secure
location.
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Do not share your password with other people.
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Ensure that people are not watching you when you type your password.
NOTICE:
Passwords provide a high level of security for data in your computer or
hard drive. However, they are not foolproof. If you require more security, obtain and
use additional forms of protection such as data encryption programs.
Use the
User Accounts
option in the Control Panel in the Microsoft
®
Windows
®
operating system to create user accounts or to change passwords.
Once you create a user password, you must enter it each time you turn on or
unlock your computer. If you do not enter a password within 2 minutes, the
computer returns to its previous operating state. For more information, see
your Windows documentation.
If you forget any of your passwords, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on
page 175). For your protection, Dell technical support staff will ask you for
proof of your identity to ensure that only an authorized person can use the
computer.
If Your Computer is Lost or Stolen
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Call a law enforcement agency to report the lost or stolen computer.
Include the Service Tag in your description of the computer. Ask that a
case number be assigned and write down the number, along with the
name, address, and phone number of the law enforcement agency. If
possible, obtain the name of the investigating officer.
NOTE:
If you know where the computer was lost or stolen, call a law enforcement
agency in that area. If you do not know, call a law enforcement agency where you
live.
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If the computer belongs to a company, notify the security office of the
company.
Summary of Contents for Inspiron 1721
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Page 20: ...20 About Your Computer Front View 4 5 13 3 6 12 11 9 8 7 14 2 1 10 ...
Page 52: ...52 Using a Battery ...
Page 76: ...76 Using Multimedia ...
Page 80: ...80 Using ExpressCards ...
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Page 176: ...176 Getting Help ...
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