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Table of Contents
Getting Help ............................................................................................1
Finding Onscreen Guides........................................................................................1
Finding Guides on the Web.....................................................................................1
Using the Onscreen Help and Support Center............................................................2
Using the PC & Help Tools Folder.............................................................................2
Using HP Connections or Compaq Connections .........................................................2
Getting messages ..............................................................................................3
Turning off messages .........................................................................................3
Reactivating messages .......................................................................................4
Turning On Your Computer for the First Time ............................................5
Using the Computer with Safety and Comfort.............................................................5
Protecting Your Computer........................................................................................5
Using passwords ...............................................................................................6
Using antivirus software......................................................................................7
Using firewall software.......................................................................................8
Installing critical security updates.........................................................................8
Turning On Your Computer for the First Time..............................................................9
Turning Off Your Computer......................................................................................9
Using Shut Down.............................................................................................10
Using Lock......................................................................................................10
Using sleep mode............................................................................................10
Using hibernate mode......................................................................................11
Automatic sleep, hibernate, or away mode.........................................................12
Restarting the Computer ........................................................................................12
Connecting to the Internet......................................................................................13
Signing Up for Software Updates ...........................................................................14
Setting Up User Accounts on Your New Computer....................................................15
Creating passwords.........................................................................................15
Guidelines for Installing Software and Hardware Devices..........................................16
Transferring Files and Settings from Your Old Computer to Your New Computer ..........17
Using HP Total Care Advisor Software ....................................................................17