HP dv6000z - Pavilion RD167-3 15.4" Notebook, Quick Reference

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Next steps
Creating recovery discs
After setting up the computer for the first time, it is
recommended that you create a set of recovery discs of the
full factory image. The recovery discs are used to start up
(boot) the computer and recover the operating system and
software to factory settings in case of system failure or
instability.
For information on how to create a set of recovery discs, refer
to “Creating recovery discs” in Chapter 4.
Protecting the computer
The information in this section is designed to protect your
computer from damage caused by a virus, a security breach,
a power surge, unsafe operation, or system failure.
Protecting the computer from viruses
When you use the computer for e-mail, network, or Internet
access, you expose it to computer viruses that can disable the
operating system, applications, or utilities or cause them to
function abnormally.
Antivirus software can detect most viruses, destroy them, and
in most cases repair damage they have caused. To provide
ongoing protection against newly discovered viruses,
antivirus software must be kept up to date.
Norton Internet Security is preinstalled on the computer:
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Your version of Norton Internet Security includes 60 days
of free updates. It is strongly recommended that you
protect the computer against new viruses beyond 60 days
by purchasing extended update service.
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