Multimedia software
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39
Using other preinstalled multimedia software
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39
Installing multimedia software from the Internet
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39
Audio
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40
Connecting external audio devices
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40
Checking your audio functions
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40
Video
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42
Connecting an external monitor or projector
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42
Webcam
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43
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Security
Protecting the computer
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44
Using passwords
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44
Passwords set in Windows
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45
Passwords set in Setup Utility
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45
Administrator password
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46
Managing an administrator password
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46
Entering an administrator password
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46
Power-on password
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46
Managing a power-on password
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47
Entering a power-on password
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47
Using antivirus software
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48
Using firewall software
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49
Installing critical updates
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50
6
Digital cards
Inserting a digital card
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51
Removing a digital card
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52
7
USB devices
Using a USB device
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53
Connecting a USB device
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53
Removing a USB device
....................................................................................................
54
8
Pointing devices and keyboard
Setting pointing device preferences
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55
Using pointing devices
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55
Using the TouchPad
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55
Connecting an external mouse
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55
Using the keyboard
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55
Using hotkeys
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55
Initiating Sleep
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56
Switching the screen
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57
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