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Overview and Objectives

Overview and Objectives. PC Security Hazards Practices that increase PC Security Product Recommendations. Install Software Updates. Windows XP Security Packs update.microsoft.com Automatic Updates. Install Security Software. Viruses, Worms, Spyware ZoneAlarm, Norton, McAfee

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Overview and Objectives

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  1. Overview and Objectives • PC Security Hazards • Practices that increase PC Security • Product Recommendations

  2. Install Software Updates. • Windows XP • Security Packs • update.microsoft.com • Automatic Updates

  3. Install Security Software. • Viruses, Worms, Spyware • ZoneAlarm, Norton, McAfee • Freeware, Shareware, Trialware

  4. Turn your computer off. • Automated Code • Melissa Virus 1999 • Don’t be lazy!

  5. Beware Freeware. • Compromised Support • Possible Contamination • Research • www.download.com

  6. Wi-Fi Pirates. • 802.11b/g Security • War Driving • Firewalls • 802.11i

  7. Configure Browser Settings. • Cookies • ActiveX / Plugins • RULES • 1. Don’t “remember” personal data • 2. Always validate the publisher

  8. Validate Attachments and Links. • Email Infections • Sender Authenticity • Body Language • Poor Spelling / Grammar • Bounce Back

  9. Don’t Click Popup Windows. • Adware and Spyware • Windows System Dialog Boxes • Popup Blocker • Blackboard / WebCT

  10. Turn Off Email Preview Panes. • Automatic Code Rendering • Time to judge

  11. Recognize Phishing Scams • Request for Confirmation • Membership Profile • Account Service • Do Not Respond

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