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Creating an Ethernet network
6Click the General tab.
7Click Obtain an IP address automatically.
8Click OK to close the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties dialog box.
9Click OK to close the Local Area Connection Properties dialog box.
10Click X to close the Network Connections window.
11Repeat this procedure for every computer on your network.
Setting up an Ethernet network
We recommend using category 5, unshielded, twisted-pair cable (approximately 1/4” in 
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Setting up a network using a router
If you are setting up a network for more than two computers and you will be connecting 
your network to a high-speed Broadband Internet connection (cable or DSL modem), we 
recommend the use of a router. A router lets you access the Internet connection from any 
network computer. The router can assign IP addresses to the computers on the network 
and can provide firewall protection for your network as well. 
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Testing your network
Configuring your router
After you have named your computers and set up TCP/IP on them, you can configure your 
router using your Web browser. Check your router documentation for information about 
installing it and setting network security.
Testing your network
Now that your home network is set up, log onto one of your computers and access a favorite 
Internet Web site.
If you are unable to connect to the Internet:
■Run the New Connection Wizard
■Check all physical...

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Maintaining Your Computer
 Caring for your computer
 Updating Windows
 Protecting your computer from viruses
 Cleaning your computer
 Restoring your system 

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Chapter 6: Maintaining Your Computer
Caring for your computer
To extend the life of your computer:
■When transporting your computer, we recommend that you put it in the original 
packaging materials.
■Keep diskettes and your computer away from magnetic fields. Magnetic fields can 
erase data on both diskettes and hard drives.
■Avoid subjecting your computer to extreme temperature changes.
■Keep all liquids away from your computer. When spilled onto computer 
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Protecting your computer from viruses
Protecting your computer from viruses
A virus is a program that attaches itself to a file on a computer, then spreads from one 
computer to another. Viruses can damage data or cause your computer to malfunction. 
Some viruses go undetected for a period of time because they are activated on a certain date.
Protect your computer from a virus by:
■Registering your copy of Norton® Internet Security and subscribing to the virus 
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To scan for viruses:
1Click Start, All Programs, Norton Internet Security, then click Norton Internet Security. 
Norton Internet Security opens.
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3Click Scan for Viruses.
4Click the type of scan you want to make in the Scan for Viruses area.
To remove a virus:
1If Norton Internet Security finds a virus, follow all on-screen instructions to remove 
the virus.
2Turn off your computer and leave it off for at least 30 seconds.
3Turn on your computer and rescan for the virus.
To update Norton Internet Security:
1Make sure that you are connected to the Internet.
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4Follow the on-screen instructions to update your Norton Internet Security program 
with the latest virus protection files.
5When the program has finished, click Finish.
Cleaning your computer
Keeping your computer clean and the vents free from dust helps keep your computer 
performing at its best. You may want to gather these items and put together a computer 
cleaning kit:
■A soft, lint-free cloth
■An aerosol can of air that has a narrow,...