User Guide - Windows 10

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 Network connections on page 21.

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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 50.

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Get to know your computer—Learn about your computer features. See Components on page 4 and

Screen navigation on page 26 for additional information.

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Find installed software—Access a list of the software preinstalled on the computer:

Select the Start button, and then select All apps.

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Right-click the Start button, and then select Programs and Features.

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Back up your hard drive by creating recovery discs or a recovery ash drive. See Backup and recovery

on page 57.