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Battery 
indicator

Indicates the computer’s 
battery status.

Charging:

 The light shows 

amber when the battery is 
charging.

Fully charged:

 The light shows 

red when plugged in.

Power 
indicator

Indicates the computer’s power 
status.

Hard drive 
indicator

Indicates when the computer’s 
hard drive is active.

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Programmable 
keys

Keys that allow you to change 
computer settings to suit your 
current game.

You can define settings for each 
key from PredatorSense; please 
refer to 

PredatorSense on 

page 36

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Summary of Contents for Predator 15

Page 1: ... 1 Predator 15 User s Manual ...

Page 2: ...ebsite www acer com byoc start Model number ___________________________________________ Serial number ___________________________________________ Date of purchase _______________________________________ Place of purchase ______________________________________ Important This manual contains proprietary information that is protected by copyright laws The information contained in this manual is subje...

Page 3: ... hotkey 37 Create a new profile 38 Record a macro 39 Adjust the keyboard backlight 41 PredatorSense settings 42 Securing your computer 43 Using a computer security lock 43 Using passwords 43 Entering passwords 44 BIOS utility 45 Boot sequence 45 Setting passwords 45 Power management 46 Saving power 46 Battery pack 48 Battery characteristics 48 Charging the battery 48 Optimizing battery life 49 Che...

Page 4: ...indows updates 74 Where can I get more information 75 Troubleshooting 76 Troubleshooting tips 76 Error messages 76 Internet and online security 78 First steps on the net 78 Protecting your computer 78 Choose an Internet Service Provider 78 Network connections 80 Surf the Net 82 Security 82 Playing Blu Ray or DVD movies 90 ...

Page 5: ...ta recovery expansion options and troubleshooting There are two ways to download the User s Manual You must first be connected to the internet 1 Open Acer Care Center from the desktop and select My System Summary and click User s Manual to download the User s Manual 2 Click on the link under Support 1 The link will open the Acer Service Support webpage 2 From this page you can download and install...

Page 6: ... or select the Windows Start button select Power Sleep Right click the Windows Start button Shut down or sign out Sleep Taking care of your computer Your computer will serve you well if you take care of it Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight Do not place it near sources of heat such as a radiator Do not expose the computer to temperatures below 0º C 32º F or above 50º C 122º F Do not sub...

Page 7: ...When unplugging the power cord do not pull on the cord itself but pull on the plug The total ampere ratings of the equipment plugged in should not exceed the ampere rating of the cord if you are using an extension cord Also the total current rating of all equipment plugged into a single wall outlet should not exceed the fuse rating Cleaning and servicing When cleaning the computer follow these ste...

Page 8: ...how you around your new Predator computer Screen view Icon Item Description 1 Webcam Web camera for video communication A light next to the webcam indicates that the webcam is active 2 Microphones Internal stereo digital microphones for sound recording 3 Screen Displays computer output 4 Speakers Deliver stereo audio output 2 1 3 4 ...

Page 9: ...ing Fully charged The light shows red when plugged in Power indicator Indicates the computer s power status Hard drive indicator Indicates when the computer s hard drive is active 2 Programmable keys Keys that allow you to change computer settings to suit your current game You can define settings for each key from PredatorSense please refer to PredatorSense on page 36 3 2 4 5 7 6 1 ...

Page 10: ... Windows key on and off To turn both the touchpad and Windows key on again you need to press this button The Fn F7 hotkey does not work for the Windows key 7 Power button Turns the computer on and off Icon Item Description 1 DC in jack Connects to an AC adapter 2 USB ports Connect to USB devices 3 Mic in jack Connects to an external microphone for recording audio 4 Headset speaker jack Connects to...

Page 11: ...ve eject button Ejects the optical disk from the drive 8 Emergency eject hole Ejects the optical drive tray when the computer is turned off Carefully insert a straightened paper clip to eject the optical drive tray Icon Item Description Icon Item Description 1 USB Type C Thunderbolt 3 port Connects to USB devices that adopt the USB Type C connector Supports Thunderbolt 3 displays and USB 3 1 Type ...

Page 12: ... interface 6 Ethernet RJ 45 port Connects to an Ethernet 10 100 1000 based network 7 Kensington lock slot Connects to a Kensington compatible computer security lock Wrap the computer security lock cable around an immovable object such as a table or handle of a locked drawer Insert the lock into the notch and turn the key to secure the lock Keyless models are also available Icon Item Description ...

Page 13: ...openings 2 Battery reset pinhole Simulates removing and reinstalling the battery Insert a paperclip into the hole and press for four seconds 3 Main drive compartment Houses the computer s main storage drive Memory compartment Houses the computer s main memory To ensure maximum reliability and performance only use memory modules purchased from an authorized Predator reseller ...

Page 14: ...4 Optical drive cooling module fan lock Locks the optical drive or cooling fan module in position Turn the computer off before swapping between the optical drive and fan 5 Subwoofer Delivers enhanced bass audio Icon Item Description ...

Page 15: ...y in the hotkey combination Lock key Description Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on all alphabetic characters typed are in uppercase Num Lock When Num Lock is on the keypad is in numeric mode The keys function as a calculator complete with the arithmetic operators and Use this mode when you need to do a lot of numeric data entry Scroll Lock Fn F12 When Scroll Lock is on the screen moves one line up or...

Page 16: ... off Fn F9 Keyboard backlight Turns the keyboard backlight on and off Fn F12 Scr Lk Turns the scroll lock feature on or off Fn Brightness up Increases the screen brightness Fn Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness Fn Volume up Increases the sound volume Fn Volume down Decreases the sound volume Fn Home Play Pause Play or pause a selected media file Fn Pg Up Stop Stop playing the selected...

Page 17: ...Description Windows key Pressed alone it returns to the Start screen or to return to the last open app It can also be used with other keys for special functions please check Windows Help Application key This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button it opens the application s context menu ...

Page 18: ...p Lightly tap the touchpad with your finger to perform a click which will select or start an item Quickly repeat the tap to perform a double tap or double click Drag Press and hold the left side of the selection button or tap twice anywhere on the touchpad then slide a second finger across the touchpad to select all items in an area Touchpad gestures Windows 10 and many applications support touchp...

Page 19: ...pe in from right Toggle the charms Swipe in from left Switch to the previous app Two finger slide Swiftly scroll through web pages documents and playlists by placing two fingers on the touchpad and moving both in any direction Two finger pinch Zoom in and out of photos maps and documents with a simple finger and thumb gesture ...

Page 20: ...default backup Creating a factory default backup 1 Backup allows you to quickly and easily back up your operating system installed apps and data From Start type Note Acer Care Center is only available with a pre installed Windows operating system Important We recommend that you create a Factory Default Backup as soon as possible In certain situations a full recovery will require a USB recovery bac...

Page 21: ...he list of apps 2 Select the Backup tab and click Get Started for Create Factory Default Backup to open the Recovery Drive window 3 Make sure Backup system files to the recovery drive is selected and click Next 4 Plug in the USB drive and wait for the PC to detect the USB drive then click Next ...

Page 22: ...process until it completes 8 After creating the recovery backup you can choose to delete the recovery information on your computer If you delete this information you can only use the USB recovery backup to restore your computer if you lose or erase the USB drive you cannot restore your computer 9 Unplug the USB drive and label it clearly Important Write a unique descriptive label on the backup suc...

Page 23: ...up tab and click Get started for Backup wireless and LAN drivers Choose a folder to save your drivers and select OK Restoring your computer Recovery Management allows you to quickly and easily restore your computer back to its default status You can choose to keep your files or remove them before reinstalling Windows Reset this PC and keep my files 1 From Start type Recovery in the Cortana search ...

Page 24: ...es Click Reset to continue 6 You will be shown the reset progress on the screen The screen will turn off during the reset process 7 The screen will turn back on when it is installing Windows Your PC will restart several times during the reset process 8 Follow the process until it completes 9 When your PC has completed the reset process Windows will have been reset back to its factory default setti...

Page 25: ... factory default This process will reinstall your operating system and remove all of your personal files apps and settings 4 Select Just remove my files if you are keeping your computer This will be quicker but less secure Files may still be recovered with a file recovery program Select Remove files and clean the drive if you are not ...

Page 26: ...l turn back on when it is installing Windows Your PC will restart several times during the reset process 8 Follow the process until it completes 9 When your PC has completed the reset process Windows will have been reset back to its factory default settings Warning Selecting Remove files and clean the drive will remove all of your personal files and accounts along with pre existing drivers that ma...

Page 27: ...ng Bluetooth The Bluetooth adapter must be enabled on both devices For your computer this may be an external switch a software setting or a separate Bluetooth dongle plugged into the computer s USB port if no internal Bluetooth adapter is available Enable Bluetooth and add a device Every new device must first be paired with your computer s Bluetooth adapter This means it must first be authenticate...

Page 28: ... 1 Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button Settings Devices Bluetooth and click the toggle under Bluetooth to enable disable it 2 Your computer will automatically start searching for devices as well as make itself visible to other devices 3 Select the device you wish to pair from the list of discovered devices and select Pair ...

Page 29: ...hand corner of the screen to open the Notifications pane From here you can enable or disable Bluetooth or right click on Bluetooth Go to settings to enter the Bluetooth settings Note Some devices using older versions of the Bluetooth technology require both devices to enter a PIN In the case of one of the devices not having any inputs as in a headset the passcode is hardcoded into the device usual...

Page 30: ...install a small box a router or modem that will allow you to connect to the internet Connecting to a wireless network Connecting to a wireless LAN A wireless LAN or WLAN is a wireless local area network which can link two or more computers without using wires Once connected to WLAN you can access the internet You can also share files other devices and even your internet connection itself Your comp...

Page 31: ...se follow the steps below 1 Ensure you have a wireless router access point and current internet connection through the ISP of your choice Make a note of the wireless network s name and password if necessary If you are trying to connect to a public network such as at a coffeeshop make sure you have the wireless network s name 2 In the icon tray in the lower right hand corner of the screen select th...

Page 32: ...32 Connecting to the Internet 4 Select Network internet 5 You will see a list of available wireless networks Select the one you wish to use ...

Page 33: ...ect a wireless network select Connect 7 If required enter the network s password Connecting with a cable Built in network feature Plug one end of a network cable into the network port on your computer and the other end into a port on your router ...

Page 34: ...lular network If your computer has a SIM slot you can connect to the internet using a cellular phone network To do this you must have a compatible SIM card and a data contract with your cellular provider Contact your cellular provider for more information on connecting to the internet using a cellular network ...

Page 35: ...ifferent modes to fit your needs No Item Description 1 Low Reduction Reduces blue light emission from the LED backlit screen by 10 to 25 for basic protection 2 Medium Reduction Reduces blue light emission from the LED backlit screen by 26 to 45 to protect your eyes 3 High Reduction Reduces blue light emission from the LED backlit screen by 46 to 65 for maximum protection 4 Long Hour Mode Professio...

Page 36: ...hem to specific profiles and or programmable keys You can also use PredatorSense to turn the keyboard backlight on or off for specific zones The PredatorSense main screen The main screen gives you a one glance overview of your system s current status including the CPU frequency temperature and fan speeds You can also select a hotkey profile to apply ...

Page 37: ...nse 37 Assign an action to a hotkey Click Edit to launch the Profile management page open the Key assignment tab Click Edit next to the preferred hotkey and select an action for that hotkey to perform Click Apply ...

Page 38: ...e Key assignment tab Click the icon beneath the Hotkey profiles list to add a new profile The new profile will be named Profile Double click the name to enter a new name for the profile Click the arrows above or below the P icon to adjust each group of functions for the hotkeys The P icon color ...

Page 39: ...lor the physical P key will assume when that group is active Record a macro Click Edit to launch the Profile management page open the Macro tab Click the Menu bar to show a list of available macros then click New macro to record a new macro ...

Page 40: ...datorSense You will be asked to enter a name for the new macro Click OK then click Start recording The macro recorder will record your keystrokes When you have finished click Stop recording to save the macro ...

Page 41: ...ht The keyboard backlight is divided into four zones which you can turn on or off independently Click Edit to launch the Profile management page open the Lighting tab Click the slider under each zone to turn the backlight on or off for that zone ...

Page 42: ...s for your Predator system You can force the system to always use discrete graphics use the fan at full speed or disable sticky keys The Multimedia Mode Settings buttons at the bottom of the screen automatically adjust the system s display and audio settings for different scenarios ...

Page 43: ...turn the key to secure the lock Some keyless models are also available Using passwords Passwords protect your computer from unauthorized access Setting these passwords creates several different levels of protection for your computer and data Supervisor Password prevents unauthorized entry into the BIOS utility Once set you must enter this password to gain access to the BIOS utility See Setting pas...

Page 44: ...ress Enter When the User Password is set and the password on boot parameter is enabled a prompt appears at boot up Type the User Password and press Enter to use the computer If you enter the password incorrectly a warning message appears Try again and press Enter Important Do not forget your Supervisor Password If you forget your password please get in touch with your dealer or an authorized servi...

Page 45: ...ayed Boot sequence To set the boot sequence in the BIOS utility activate the BIOS utility then select Boot from the categories listed on the left of the screen Setting passwords To set a password on boot activate the BIOS utility then select Security from the categories listed on the left of the screen Find Set Supervisor Password and enter a password to enable this feature Once you have entered a...

Page 46: ...ower Disable Fast startup Your computer uses Fast startup to start quickly but also uses a small amount of power to check for signals to start These checks will slowly drain your computer s battery If you prefer to reduce your computer s power requirements and environmental impact turn off Fast startup 1 Open the desktop 2 Click Power Options in the Notification area 3 Select More Power Options 4 ...

Page 47: ...Power management 47 5 Select Change settings that are currently unavailable 6 Scroll down and disable Turn on fast startup 7 Select Save changes ...

Page 48: ...er failure Charging the battery Plug the AC adapter into the computer and connect to a mains power outlet Conditioning a new battery pack Before you use a battery pack for the first time there is a conditioning process that you should follow 1 Connect the AC adapter and fully charge the battery 2 Turn on the computer and complete setting up the operating system 3 Disconnect the AC adapter 4 Operat...

Page 49: ...ve Frequent use the more you use the battery the faster it will reach the end of its effective life An embedded battery has a life span of more than 1 000 charge discharge cycles Optimizing battery life Optimizing battery life helps you get the most out of battery operation prolonging the charge recharge cycle and improving recharging efficiency You are advised to follow the suggestions set out be...

Page 50: ...urse of action depends on your situation Important Connect the AC adapter as soon as possible after the battery low warning appears Data may be lost if the battery is allowed to become fully depleted and the computer shuts down Situation Recommended Action The AC adapter and a power outlet are available 1 Plug the AC adapter into the computer and then connect to the main power supply 2 Save all ne...

Page 51: ...keyboard pointing device printer external monitor and other external devices 7 Disconnect the Kensington lock if you are using one to secure the computer Moving around When you are just moving within short distances for example from your office desk to a meeting room Preparing the computer Before moving the computer close and latch the display cover to place it in Sleep mode You can now safely tak...

Page 52: ... AC adapter with you to plug in your computer in the meeting room If the meeting room does not have an electrical outlet reduce the drain on the battery by putting the computer in Sleep mode Press the Sleep hotkey or close the display cover whenever you are not actively using the computer Taking the computer home When you are moving from your office to your home or vice versa Preparing the compute...

Page 53: ...th you leave the computer in the trunk of the car to avoid exposing the computer to excessive heat Changes in temperature and humidity can cause condensation Allow the computer to return to room temperature and inspect the screen for condensation before turning on the computer If the temperature change is greater than 10 C 18 F allow the computer to come to room temperature slowly If possible leav...

Page 54: ... Prepare the computer as if you were taking it home Make sure that the battery in the computer is charged Airport security may require you to turn on your computer when carrying it into the gate area What to take with you Take the following items with you AC adapter Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer Special considerations In addition to the guidelines for taking th...

Page 55: ...priate for your destination s Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer Proof of purchase in case you need to show it to customs officials International Travelers Warranty passport Special considerations Follow the same special considerations as when traveling with the computer In addition these tips are useful when traveling internationally When traveling in another count...

Page 56: ...le with the local AC voltage Do not use converter kits sold for appliances to power the computer If you are using the modem check if the modem and connector are compatible with the telecommunications system of the country you are traveling in ...

Page 57: ...e port If you find you need to use any force to insert the card try reorientating the card slightly 3 Push the card until it clicks into place A few millimetres of the card will extend from beyond the slot If the card contains some files the Windows Auto Play window may appear this depends on the contents of the card and ask you if you wish to use a program to access the contents of the card Selec...

Page 58: ... on Show hidden icons arrow in the Notification Area next to the clock 2 Click on the Safely Remove Hardware icon 3 Click on Eject SD Card or the name of the device 4 Wait until a Safe to Remove Hardware message is displayed 5 Remove the card Note SDXC memory cards can only be used in an SDXC compatible reader SD and SDHC cards can be used in either type 3 2 1 ...

Page 59: ...and plug it into a properly grounded wall outlet 4 Follow any setup instructions in the monitor s user s guide 5 Turn on power to the monitor then the computer 6 Make sure that the current resolution and refresh rate do not exceed the specifications of the monitor If necessary change the display settings used by the computer Headphones and microphone These ports allow you to connect audio devices ...

Page 60: ...gging in an external microphone disables the built in microphone Note Some computers have a single combo port that allows you to use single pin headsets with a built in microphone These headsets are most commonly used with smartphones ...

Page 61: ...phones or other devices through a USB port Some USB 3 0 ports support charging devices when the computer is in Hibernate Note Two USB standards are currently available on Acer computers USB 2 0 High speed USB and USB 3 0 SuperSpeed USB USB 2 0 ports on Acer computers have a black tongue in the port while USB 3 0 ports have a blue tongue For best performance USB 3 0 devices should always be plugged...

Page 62: ...ices to a single USB port Important When removing a USB storage device you should right click on the USB icon in the Windows task bar and select Eject device to tell the operating system to stop using the device before removing it Failure to do this may result in data loss or damage to your peripheral ...

Page 63: ...and power on USB C devices The Type C port is reversable connectors may be inserted with either side up Displays Up to two 4K displays with can be connected to a single Thunderbolt 3 port If an adapter is used DisplayPort or compatible devices including HDMI DVI or VGA can be used Note Thunderbolt 3 ports support transfer speeds up to 40 Gbps and USB devices with a Type C connector at lower speeds...

Page 64: ...USB storage device you should right click on the USB icon in the Windows task bar and select Eject device to tell the operating system to stop using the device before removing it Failure to do this may result in data loss or damage to your peripheral ...

Page 65: ...y compatible digital audio video source such as your computer a set top box DVD player and audio video receiver to any compatible digital audio and or video monitor such as a digital television DTV with a single cable The single cable keeps everything neat and tidy while ensuring easy connection and the best audio and visual quality ...

Page 66: ...the AC adapter is properly plugged into the computer and to the power outlet If it is lit check the following Is a disc in the optical drive Remove it and press Ctrl Alt Del to restart the system Do you have a USB storage device USB drive or smartphone plugged into your computer Unplug it and press Ctrl Alt Del to restart the system Nothing appears on the screen The computer s power management sys...

Page 67: ...s are connected to the headphone jack on the computer the internal speakers automatically turn off I want to eject the optical drive tray without turning on the power There is a mechanical eject hole on the optical drive Simply insert the tip of a pen or straightened out paperclip into the hole and push to eject the tray The keyboard does not respond Try attaching an external keyboard to a USB por...

Page 68: ...ernational Travelers Warranty ITW Your computer is backed by an International Travelers Warranty ITW that gives you security and peace of mind when traveling An ITW passport came with your computer and contains all you need to know about the ITW program A list of available authorized service centers is in this handy booklet Read this passport thoroughly Note If your system is the multilingual vers...

Page 69: ...acer com Before you call Please have the following information available when you call Acer for online service and please be at your computer when you call With your support we can reduce the amount of time a call takes and help solve your problems efficiently If there are error messages or beeps reported by your computer write them down as they appear on the screen or the number and sequence in t...

Page 70: ...r select the Windows Start button and select All apps to show a list of installed apps on the computer How do I turn off my computer Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select the power icon Shut down You can also turn off the computer by right clicking the Windows Start button Shut down or sign out Shut down Can I turn off notifications You can turn off notifications so t...

Page 71: ...w do I set up the lock screen slideshow 1 Press the Windows key or select the Windows Start button and select Settings Personalization 2 Under Background select Slideshow 3 Select Add a folder and open the folder you wish to use your Pictures folder will open by default Select Choose this folder to add the folder to the lock screen slideshow 4 Select a folder and select Remove to remove the folder...

Page 72: ...your cursor to the lower left hand corner of the screen and type Control Panel in the text box to display the results select Control Panel Adjust screen resolution Alternatively you can also right click anywhere on the desktop and select Screen resolution How do I set the alarm Your computer can act as an alarm clock Search Alarms and then select Alarms 1 Select a name for the alarm 2 Set the time...

Page 73: ...If you re in All apps and you want to make an app appear on Start right click an app and select Pin to Start How do I remove a tile from Start Right click a tile to select it and select Unpin from Start to remove the tile from Start How do I make an app appear on my taskbar If you re in All apps and you want to make an app appear on the taskbar right click an app or tile and select Pin to taskbar ...

Page 74: ...y use to communicate with friends and sign in to your favorite websites When you sign in to your PC with a Microsoft account you ll connect your PC to the people files and devices you care about Do I need one You do not need a Microsoft ID to use Windows 10 but it makes life easier because you can sync data across different machines you sign in to using a Microsoft ID How do I get one If you ve al...

Page 75: ...Frequently asked questions 75 Where can I get more information For more information please visit the following pages Windows 10 information go acer com windows tutorial Support FAQs support acer com ...

Page 76: ...Error messages below If the problem cannot be resolved contact your dealer Error messages If you receive an error message note the message and take the corrective action The following table lists the error messages in alphabetical order together with the recommended course of action Error messages Corrective action CMOS battery bad Contact your dealer or an authorized service center CMOS checksum ...

Page 77: ...r dealer or an authorized service center I O parity error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Keyboard error or no keyboard connected Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Keyboard interface error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Memory size mismatch Press F2 during POST to enter the BIOS utility then press Exit in the BIOS utility to reboot Error m...

Page 78: ...nowledge and communication tools To accomplish these steps you should first select an Internet Service Provider ISP which supplies the connection between your computer and the internet You should research the ISPs available in your region not forgetting to talk to friends and family about their experiences or to check reviews and consumer reports The ISP you select will provide instructions on how...

Page 79: ...unavailable in rural areas Connection speeds vary depending on your location but DSL generally provides very fast and reliable internet connection As the connection is always on it is generally charged at fixed monthly rates Cable A cable connection provides fast and always on internet service via a cable television line This service is generally available in large cities You can use your telephon...

Page 80: ...ires Setting up a wireless network is easy and allows you to share files peripheral devices and an internet connection What are benefits of a wireless network Mobility Wireless LAN systems allow you and other users of your home network to share access to files and devices connected to the network for example a printer or scanner Also you can share an internet connection with other computers in you...

Page 81: ...dem router with the subscription to their services Read carefully the documentation supplied with your Access point router for detailed setup instructions Network cable RJ45 A network cable also called RJ45 cable is used to connect the host computer to the access point see illustration below this type of cable may also be used to connect peripheral devices to the access point Wireless adapter An i...

Page 82: ...the Internet Explorer tile or the icon located on the desktop and take your internet experience to a new level Acer website To get you started why not visit our website www acer com Acer is dedicated to provide you with on going personalied support Check out our Support section to get help tailored to your needs www acer com is your portal to a world of online activities and services visit us regu...

Page 83: ... worms or spam can infect your computer in various ways using up resources or clogging up a network What is spyware Spyware refers to generally unwanted programs that are downloaded onto your computer while connected to the internet often without you knowing it Once it has infected your computer it can snoop on your browsing activity collect personal information cause pop up ads to appear or even ...

Page 84: ... computer is monitored programs that attempt to receive information without your permission are detected and the firewall will display an alert You can then decide if you will allow the connection if the connection is to a program you are currently using then normally you would allow it i e a game connecting to a multi player server or an encyclopaedia making a content update How to protect your c...

Page 85: ...th security software Several types of security software are necessary for basic online security Security software essentials include firewall and antivirus programs A firewall is usually your computer s first line of defense it controls who and what can communicate with your computer online You could think of a firewall as a sort of policeman that watches all the data attempting to flow in and out...

Page 86: ...be easily guessed is the first step toward keeping passwords secure and out of the wrong hands Strong passwords have eight characters or more and use a combination of letters numbers and symbols e g Avoid using any of the following as your password your login name anything based on your personal information such as your last name and words that can be found in the dictionary especially password Tr...

Page 87: ...nless you specifically asked for the email to be sent to you If you get an email asking you to click on a link to perform an action such as resetting your password and you didn t ask to reset your password type the website address into your browser by yourself Don t respond to email messages that ask for personal information Legitimate companies will not use email messages to ask for your personal...

Page 88: ...The old saying there s no such thing as a free lunch still rings true today Supposedly free software such as screen savers or smileys secret investment tricks sure to make you untold fortunes and contests that you ve surprisingly won without entering are the enticing hooks used by companies to grab your attention While you may not directly pay for the software or service with money the free softwa...

Page 89: ...ty tools Windows provides a variety of protection applications Windows Updates If you have an active internet connection Windows can check for important updates for your computer and install them automatically These updates include security patches and program updates that can improve your computing experience and help protect your computer against new viruses and attacks How do I know when my com...

Page 90: ...er the region code DVDs are available for 6 regions Region code Country or region 1 USA Canada 2 Europe Middle East South Africa Japan 3 Southeast Asia Taiwan South Korea 4 Latin America Australia New Zealand 5 Former USSR parts of Africa India 6 People s Republic of China Note To change the region code insert a DVD movie of a different region into the DVD drive Once your DVD drive is set to a reg...

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