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Security, Protecting the computer
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5 Security Protecting the computer NOTE: Security solutions are designed to act as deterrents. These deterrents may not prevent a product from being mishandled or stolen. NOTE: In some countries or regions, the computer supports CompuTrace, which is an online-securitybased tracking and recovery service. If the computer is stolen, CompuTrace can track the computer if the unauthorized user accesses the Internet. You must purchase the software and subscribe to the service in order to use CompuTrace. For information about ordering the CompuTrace software, see the HP Web site at http://www.hpshopping.com. Security features provided with your computer can protect the computer, personal information, and data from a variety of risks. The way you use your computer will determine which security features you need to use. The Windows operating system offers certain security features. Additional security features are listed in the following table. Most of these additional security features can be configured in the Computer Setup utility. To protect against Use this security feature Unauthorized use of the computer Power-on authentication using passwords or smart cards Unauthorized access to Computer Setup (f10) Setup password in Computer Setup* Unauthorized access to the contents of a hard drive DriveLock password in Computer Setup* Unauthorized reset of Computer Setup (f10) passwords Stringent security feature in Computer Setup* Unauthorized startup from an optical drive, diskette drive, or internal network adapter Unauthorized access to data Boot options feature in Computer Setup* ● Firewall software ● Windows updates Unauthorized access to Computer Setup settings and other Setup password in Computer Setup* system identification information Unauthorized removal of the computer Security cable slot (used with an optional security cable) *Computer Setup is a non-Windows utility accessed by pressing f10 when the computer is turned on or restarted. When using Computer Setup, you must use the keys on your computer to navigate and make selections. 44 Chapter 5 Security