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Conventions and terminology

Paragraphs that start with a bold Note, Important, or Attention are notices with specific meanings that highlight key information.

Note
These notices provide important tips, guidance, or advice.
Important
These notices provide information or advice that might help you avoid inconvenient or difficult situations.
Attention
These notices indicate possible damage to programs, devices, or data. An attention notice appears before the instruction or situation in which damage can occur.