HP nx9105 Software Guide - Page 34

Security Using Security Software Measures HP recommends that you follow these three protective security software measures to improve your notebook security and to reduce the severity of security access threats. Step Use this Security Measure For More Information 1 Install antivirus software before Microsoft: connecting to the Internet or a network. (Some notebook http://www.microsoft.com/security/antivirus models are shipped with antivirus software.) Symantec: http://securityresponse.symantec.com Refer to the online Help File within Keep the virus definition files up to date to maintain protection the antivirus software. against newly discovered viruses. 2 Install Microsoft Windows updates by downloading the updates as they become available. http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com 3 Install the Microsoft Internet Connection Firewall or an equivalent firewall. Refer to the Help and Support Center. Select Start > Help & Support. Enter "Firewall" in the Search field and press enter. ✎ Using a firewall can block access to Internet games, or to printer and file sharing within a network. If this occurs, you can disable the firewall or contact your firewall provider for configuration information. Disabling the firewall will leave you unprotected. 2-14 Software Guide