PC Build and Manual - Assignment Example

The software updates that are required for optimum performance of Windows 7 include web browsers, software, and programs such as Adobe Flash and Java. The updates are downloaded from vendor websites.

Create a restore point

Creating a restore point in Windows 7 is critical as it ensure important files and programs are not lost in case of a system crash. To create a restore point, the following steps are followed.

• Click on Start
• Click on Control Panel
• Select System and Security
• Select System Protection
• Click Create
• Choose and appropriate name
• Click on Create

System Back up

It is possible to restore files that were backed up using another computer running Windows 7. The steps for backing up are as follows:

• Click on Start button
• Select Control Panel
• Choose System and Maintenance]
• Choose Backup and Restore
• Select another Backup to restore files from
• Follow the wizard

Similarly, to backup the PC data, proceed as follows:

• Click on Start
• Click Control Panel
• Choose System and Security
• Select Backup your computer
• Choose System image
• Chose the backup location
• Confirm the setting
• Choose Backup now

Configuring user account

Windows 7 provides the options for Admin and Guest instances with different privileges. The Admin account is the parent account that can specify what the guest accounts can access. Thus, guest accounts cannot make changes to some important files or applications. To configure the admin and guest accounts, follow the below steps

• Start
• Control Panel
• User Accounts and Family safety
• Add or Remove User accounts
• Create a new account
• Select a name for new account
• Select Standard User
• Click on Create Account

Configuring Microsoft Essential

Windows 7 has an integrated security functionality that is prevents against malicious software and intrusion.

The Windows Firewall protects against malicious software and viruses. Top enable Windows Firewall n Windows 7 navigate as follows:

Start

• Control Panel
• System and security
• Windows Firewall
• Turn the Windows Firewall on or off