Getting Started Guide

Next steps
Protect your notebook
You can use the information in this section to
■ Protect your notebook from viruses.
■ Protect your system files.
■ Protect your privacy.
■ Protect your notebook from power surges.
■ Use your notebook safely.
■ Turn off your notebook properly.
Protect your notebook from viruses
When you use your notebook for e-mail, network, or Internet access, you
expose the notebook to computer viruses. Computer viruses can disable
your operating system, applications, or utilities, or cause them to function
abnormally.
Antivirus software can detect most viruses, destroy them, and, in most cases,
repair damage they have caused. To provide ongoing protection against
newly discovered viruses, antivirus software must be updated.
Norton AntiVirus software is preinstalled on your notebook:
■ Your version of Norton AntiVirus software includes 60 days of free
updates. It is strongly recommended that you protect your notebook
against new viruses beyond 60 days by purchasing extended update
service.
■ Instructions for using and updating your Norton AntiVirus software
and for purchasing extended update service are provided within the
application.
■ To access your Norton AntiVirus software, select Start > All Programs >
Norton Internet Security.
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