A method, system, and computer program for updating firmware in a data processing system as a background operation allowing a user to utilize the computer for other purposes during the update process is provided. An event coordinator directs event operators to conduct a product or service demonstration event. The handling ring includes a primary sector and a removable sector which can be assembled with the primary sector. The object is constructed by including the fragment in the incomplete version of the object in a location specified by the position. The failure detector determines whether the auto-start circuit energizes the starter when the energization circuit is switched to the auto-start circuit. A palette of virtual paint is provided for the brush to contact at least one paint.