4 - Table of contentsSecuring your computer 68Using a computer security lock ........................ 68Using passwords.............................................. 68Entering passwords .................................. 69Acer Theft Shield 70Using Acer Theft Shield ................................... 72General ..................................................... 72Settings ..................................................... 73Wireless networks 74Connecting to the Internet................................ 74Acer Instant Connect ................................ 74Wireless networks ............................................ 74Using a Bluetooth connection 76Enabling and disabling Bluetooth..................... 76Enabling Bluetooth from Windows 8 ......... 77Adding a Bluetooth device ............................... 78Acer Converter Port 83HDMI 84Universal Serial Bus (USB) 85BIOS utility 86Boot sequence ................................................. 86Setting passwords............................................ 86Frequently asked questions 87Requesting service .......................................... 89Tips and hints for using Windows 8................. 91Three concepts you might want tokeep in mind............................................. 91How do I access the charms? .................. 91How do I get to Start? .............................. 91How do I jump between apps?................. 92How do I turn off my computer? ............... 92Why is there a new interface?.................. 92How do I unlock my computer?................ 93How do I personalize my computer?........ 93I want to use Windows in the waythat I'm used to - give me mydesktop back! ........................................... 94Where are my apps?................................ 94What is a Microsoft ID (account)? ............ 96How do I add a favorite to InternetExplorer?.................................................. 96How do I check for Windowsupdates? .................................................. 97Where can I get more information?.......... 97Troubleshooting............................................... 98Troubleshooting tips................................. 98Error messages........................................ 98Regulations and safety notices 100