HP Pavilion dm1-1190ee Entertainment Notebook PC - Manual (Page 84)

9 Security
Protecting the computer
Standard security features provided by the Windows operating system and the non-Windows Setup
Utility can protect your personal settings and data from a variety of risks.
Follow the procedures in this chapter to use the following features:
● Passwords
● Firewall software
● Antivirus support (Norton Internet Security)
● Critical security updates
NOTE: Security solutions are designed to act as deterrents, but they may not deter software attacks
or prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen.
NOTE: Before you send your computer for service, remove all password settings.
Computer risk Security feature
Unauthorized use of the computer ● QuickLock
● Power-on password
Unauthorized access to data ● Firewall software
● Windows updates
Unauthorized access to Setup Utility, BIOS settings, and other
system identification information Administrator password
Ongoing or future threats to the computer Critical security updates from Microsoft
Unauthorized access to a Windows user account User password
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