User's Manual

2–2 Quick Reference
Next steps
Norton Internet Security is preinstalled on the computer:
■ 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.
■ For information about using and updating Norton Internet
Security and for purchasing extended update service, select
Start > All Programs > Norton Internet Security > Help
and Support.
■ To access Norton Internet Security, select Start > All
Programs > Norton Internet Security.
Protecting your system files
The operating system and PC Recovery software provide several
ways to back up the system and to recover optimal system
functionality. For additional information, refer to Chapter 4,
“Software backup and recovery.”
Protecting your privacy
When you use the computer for e-mail, network, or Internet
access, it is possible for unauthorized persons to obtain
information about you or your computer.
To optimize the privacy protection features:
■ Keep the operating system and software updated. Many
software applications contain security enhancements.
■ Use a firewall. A firewall is software that monitors incoming
traffic on the computer. Some firewalls also monitor outgoing
traffic.