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Installing critical security updates

CAUTION

To reduce the risk of information damage or loss from security breaches and

computer viruses, install all critical updates from Microsoft as soon as you receive an alert.

Additional updates to the operating system and other software may have become available after the

computer was shipped. Download all available updates and install them on your computer:

●

Run Windows Update monthly to install the latest software from Microsoft.

●

Use the update link at

Start > Help and Support

. Updates to Microsoft Windows and other

Microsoft applications are released periodically. You can obtain updates, as they are released,

from the Microsoft Web site and through the updates link in the Help and Support Center.

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Installing critical security updates

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Section	Page
Protecting the computer	5
Using passwords	6
Setting passwords in Windows	7
Using QuickLock	7
Setting passwords in Setup Utility	7
Administrator password	8
Managing an administrator password	8
Entering an administrator password	8
Power-on password	8
Managing a power-on password	9
Entering a power-on password	9
Using antivirus software	10
Using firewall software	11
Installing critical security updates	12
Installing an optional security cable	13

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