HP Presario CQ57-300, Getting Started Manual

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1 Welcome
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Finding information
After you set up and register the computer, it is important to take the following steps:
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Connect to the Internet —Set up your wired or wireless network so that you can connect to the
Internet. For more information, refer to Networking on page 14 .
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Set up HP QuickWeb —Immediately access the Internet, widgets, and communications
programs without launching your main operating system. For more information, refer to
HP QuickWeb on page 12 .
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Update your antivirus software —Protect your computer from damage caused by viruses. The
software is preinstalled on the computer and includes a limited subscription for free updates. For
more information, refer to the
HP Notebook Reference Guide .
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Get to know your computer —Learn about your computer features. Refer to Getting to know
your computer on page 4 and Keyboard and pointing devices on page 18 for additional
information.
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Create recovery discs —Recover the operating system and software to factory settings in case
of system instability or failure. For instructions, refer to Backup and recovery on page 35 .
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Find installed software —Access a list of the software preinstalled on the computer. Select
Start > All Programs . For details about using the software included with the computer, refer to
the software manufacturer's instructions, which may be provided with the software or on the
manufacturer's Web site.
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