2–14 Software Guide
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.
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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.
Step Use this Security Measure For More Information
1 Install antivirus software before
connecting to the Internet or a
network. (Some notebook
models are shipped with
antivirus software.)
Keep the virus definition files up
to date to maintain protection
against newly discovered
viruses.
Microsoft:
http://www.microsoft.com/security/antivirus
Symantec:
http://securityresponse.symantec.com
Refer to the online Help File within
the antivirus software.
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.
