Installing HP and third-party software updates
HP recommends that you regularly update the software and drivers that were originally installed on your
computer. To download the latest versions, go to
http://www.hp.com/support
. At this location, you can also
register to receive automatic update notifications when they become available.
If you have installed third-party software after you purchased your computer, regularly update the software.
Software companies provide software updates to their products to correct security problems and improve
functionality of the software.
Securing your wireless network
When you set up your wireless network, always enable security features. For more information, see
Protecting your WLAN on page 18
.
Backing up your software applications and information
Regularly back up your software applications and information to protect them from being permanently lost or
damaged through a virus attack or a software or hardware failure. For more information, see
Backing up,
restoring, and recovering on page 49
.
Using an optional security cable lock
A security cable lock, which is purchased separately, is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent
the computer from being mishandled or stolen. Security cable locks are only one of several methods that
should be employed as part of a complete security solution to help maximize theft protection.
The security cable slot on your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section. For
the location of the security cable slot on your computer, see
Getting to know your computer on page 3
.
1.
Loop the security cable lock around a secured object.
2.
Insert the key (1) into the security cable lock (2).
3.
Insert the security cable lock into the security cable slot on the computer (3), and then lock the security
cable lock with the key.
4.
Remove the key and keep it in a safe place.
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