HP TouchSmart 520-1140t Troubleshooting & Maintenance Guide - Page 5
Protecting your computer, Computer security features
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1 Protecting your computer Your computer contains 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 to secure 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 update service. Unauthorized access to data and ongoing threats to the computer Firewall software ● Windows 7 includes firewall software preinstalled on the computer. ● The antivirus software, which is preinstalled on the computer, includes firewall software. Windows 7 critical security updates Microsoft continually updates the Windows 7 operating system. ENWW Computer security features 1