User Guide - Windows 8.1

1 Welcome
After you set up and register the computer, we recommend the following steps to get the most out of
your smart investment:
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TIP: To quickly return to the computer Start screen from an open app or the Windows®
desktop, press the Windows key on your keyboard. Pressing the Windows key again will
return you to the previous screen.
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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, see Connecting to a network on page 16.
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Update your antivirus software—Protect your computer from damage caused by viruses. The
software is preinstalled on the computer. For more information, see Using antivirus software
on page 58.
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Get to know your computer—Learn about your computer features. See Getting to know your
computer on page 4 and Navigating using the keyboard, touch gestures and pointing devices
on page 21 for additional information.
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Find installed software—Access a list of the software preinstalled on the computer:
From the Start screen, type a, click Apps, and then select from the displayed options. For details
about using the software included with the computer, see the software manufacturer's
instructions, which may be provided with the software or on the manufacturer's website.
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Back up your hard drive by creating recovery discs or a recovery flash drive. See Backing up,
restoring, and recovering on page 68.
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