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Using firewalls, Protecting data against viruses

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can destroy the data physically by smashing the hard disk drive or solid state drive with a hammer, or magnetically by means of strong magnetic power, thus making the data unreadable. But we recommend that you make use of the software (payware) or service (pay service) specifically developed for the purpose. For disposing of data on the hard disk drive or solid state drive, Lenovo provides the Secure Data Disposal tool. To download the application, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support Note: Running either application will take a couple of hours. Using firewalls If your system is preinstalled with a firewall program, it protects against computer Internet security threats, unauthorized access, intrusions, and Internet attacks. It also protects your privacy. For more information about how to use the firewall program, refer to the help information system that comes with the program. Protecting data against viruses Your computer is preinstalled with an antivirus program so you can detect and eliminate viruses. The antivirus program is designed to help you detect and eliminate viruses. Lenovo provides a full version of antivirus software on your computer with a free 30-day subscription. After 30 days, you must renew the license to continue receiving the antivirus software updates. For more information about how to use your antivirus software, refer to the help information system of your antivirus software. Chapter 4. Security 55

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can destroy the data physically by smashing the hard disk drive or solid state drive with a hammer, or
magnetically by means of strong magnetic power, thus making the data unreadable. But we recommend
that you make use of the software (payware) or service (pay service) specifically developed for the purpose.
For disposing of data on the hard disk drive or solid state drive, Lenovo provides the Secure Data Disposal
tool. To download the application, go to:
Note:
Running either application will take a couple of hours.
Using firewalls
If your system is preinstalled with a firewall program, it protects against computer Internet security threats,
unauthorized access, intrusions, and Internet attacks. It also protects your privacy.
For more information about how to use the firewall program, refer to the help information system that
comes with the program.
Protecting data against viruses
Your computer is preinstalled with an antivirus program so you can detect and eliminate viruses. The
antivirus program is designed to help you detect and eliminate viruses.
Lenovo provides a full version of antivirus software on your computer with a free 30-day subscription. After
30 days, you must renew the license to continue receiving the antivirus software updates.
For more information about how to use your antivirus software, refer to the help information system of
your antivirus software.
Chapter 4
.
Security
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