Using multimedia software
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40
Preventing playback disruptions
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40
Observing the copyright warning
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41
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Wireless
About integrated wireless devices
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42
Using wireless controls
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42
Using the wireless button
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42
Using operating system controls
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42
Using WLAN
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42
Setting up a WLAN
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43
Connecting to a WLAN
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44
Using wireless security features
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44
Identifying a WLAN device
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44
8
Modem and LAN
Using a modem
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45
Connecting a modem cable
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45
Connecting a country-specific modem cable adapter
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46
Selecting a location setting
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47
Viewing the current location selection
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47
Adding new locations when traveling
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48
Solving travel connection problems
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49
Connecting to a local area network
....................................................................................................
50
9
Security
Protecting the computer
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51
Using passwords
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52
Setting passwords in Windows
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52
Using a setup password
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52
Managing a setup password
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53
Entering a setup password
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53
Using a power-on password
..............................................................................................
53
Managing a power-on password
.......................................................................
54
Entering a power-on password
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54
Requiring a power-on password at restart
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54
Installing a security cable
...................................................................................................................
55
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Hardware upgrades
Using a USB device
...........................................................................................................................
56
Connecting a USB device
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56
Removing a USB device
....................................................................................................
57
Using the expansion port
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57
Using PC Cards
..................................................................................................................................
58
Inserting and removing a PC Card
....................................................................................
58
Using SD Card Reader cards
.............................................................................................................
60
Inserting a digital card
........................................................................................................
60
Removing a digital card
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61
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