Cannot create a WLAN connection
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38
Cannot connect to a preferred network
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39
Network icon is not displayed
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39
Current network security codes are unavailable
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39
WLAN connection is very weak
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40
Cannot connect to the wireless router
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40
Connecting to a local area network (LAN)
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41
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Multimedia
Multimedia features
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42
Identifying your multimedia components
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42
Adjusting the volume
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43
Multimedia software
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44
Using multimedia software
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45
Using preinstalled multimedia software
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45
Installing multimedia software from a disc
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45
Audio
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46
Connecting external audio devices
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46
Checking your audio functions
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46
Video
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48
Connecting an external monitor or projector
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48
Webcam
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49
Adjusting webcam properties
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49
5
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
Setting passwords in Computer Setup
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52
BIOS administrator password
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53
Managing a BIOS administrator password
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54
Entering a BIOS administrator password
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55
Using Computer Setup DriveLock
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55
Setting a DriveLock password
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56
Entering a DriveLock password
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57
Changing a DriveLock password
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58
Removing DriveLock protection
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59
Using Computer Setup security features
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60
Securing system devices
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60
Viewing Computer Setup System Information
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60
Using antivirus software
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61
Using firewall software
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62
Installing critical updates
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63
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