Using Firewall Software - HP Pavilion DV6833 User Manual

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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. Use the firewall software
preinstalled on the computer to protect your privacy.
Firewall features include logging, reporting, and automatic alarms to monitor all incoming and outgoing
traffic. Refer to the firewall user guide or contact your firewall manufacturer for more information.
NOTE: 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 temporarily solve the problem,
disable the firewall, perform the task that you want to perform, and then reenable the firewall. To
permanently resolve the problem, reconfigure the firewall.
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