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The AVG Antivirus program, which is preinstalled on the computer, includes antivirus,

anti-spyware, anti-spam, and firewall components. The software includes a free update

period. It is strongly recommended that you protect the computer against new viruses

beyond the free period by purchasing extended update service. Instructions for using and

updating AVG software, and for purchasing extended update service, are provided within

the program.

To open and access AVG:

1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar.

2 Click All Programs.

3 Click AVG 7.5, and then click AVG Test Center.

See “Using the AVG Antivirus Software” for more information about using the AVG

antivirus software.

For more information about computer viruses, type viruses into the Search Help box in the

Help and Support Center.

Using firewall software

When you use the computer for e-mail, network, or Internet access, unauthorized persons

may be able to gain access to information about you, the computer, and your data. To

protect your privacy, use firewall software. Microsoft Windows Vista includes firewall

software preinstalled on the computer.

Also, AVG, which is preinstalled on the computer, includes a firewall program.

Firewall features include logging, reporting, and automatic alarms to monitor all incoming

and outgoing communications.

To open and access AVG:

1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar.

2 Click All Programs.

3 Click AVG 7.5, and then click AVG Test Center.

Under some circumstances, a firewall can block access to Internet games, interfere with

printer or file sharing on a network, or block authorized e-mail attachments. To solve the

problem temporarily, disable the firewall, perform the task that you want to perform, and

then enable the firewall again. To resolve the problem permanently, reconfigure the

firewall.

Configuring the computer for automatic Microsoft

software updates

Microsoft continually updates the Windows Vista operating system. HP recommends that

you run Windows Vista Update monthly to install these updates. One way to keep the

operating system up to date is to use the Automatic Updates feature.

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