User Guide
7 Securing your computer and information
Your computer includes features that help protect the integrity of your system and its data from unauthorized
access. Review these features to ensure proper use.
Computer security features
Table 7-1 Computer risks and security features
Computer risk Computer feature
Unauthorized use of the computer or
user account
User password
A password is a group of characters that you choose to authorize access to your computer information.
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Windows Hello (select products only)
On products equipped with a ngerprint reader or an infrared camera, Windows Hello allows you to enroll
your ngerprint, your facial ID, and set up a PIN. After enrollment, you can use your ngerprint reader,
facial ID, or PIN to sign in to Windows.
To set up Windows Hello:
1. Select the Start button, select Settings, select Accounts, and then select Sign-in options.
2. To add a password, select Password, and then select Add.
3. Under Windows Hello Fingerprint or Windows Hello Face, select Set up.
4. Select Get Started, and then follow the on-screen instructions to enroll your ngerprint or facial ID
and set up a PIN.
IMPORTANT: To prevent ngerprint logon issues, make sure when you register your ngerprint that
all sides of your nger are registered by the ngerprint reader.
NOTE: The PIN is not limited in length. The default setting is for numbers only. To include
alphabetic or special characters, select the include letters and symbols check box.
Unauthorized access to Setup Utility,
BIOS settings, and other system
identication information
Administrator password
Computer viruses Antivirus software
The free trial antivirus software that is preinstalled on your computer can detect most viruses, remove
them, and, in most cases, repair damage caused by viruses. For protection against new viruses beyond the
trial period, purchase an extended service.
Unauthorized access to data and
ongoing threats to the computer
Firewall software
● Windows includes rewall software preinstalled on the computer.
● The antivirus software, which is preinstalled on the computer, includes rewall software.
Windows critical security updates
Updates to the Windows operating system
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