Firewalls VS. Barbarians At The Gates by Deb Jensen
As they are plotting against you and going in for the attack, what is your strategy? How well are you at keeping them out? Are you putting too much stock in your firewall? According to Mick Johnson, a product marketing manager with Sensory Networks, "The definition of a firewall has changed over... "There is no one-size-fits-all security solution, and most IT managers spend a large chunk of time creating multi layered, process-driven security strategies. ... Since there are 25 to 35 new viruses occurring everyday on the Internet, your virus software should be scheduled to update on a daily...

Home Networking by Bob Rankin
Setting up Your Home Network As society and technology change, it's becoming common for homes to have more than one computer. When an existing computer is a few years old, parents will often take advantage of today's lower prices, purchase a new computer, and pass the old one down to the kids. ... Fortunately, wireless security encryption is easy to set up. ... So an Evil Hacker driving by with a laptop (or even your neighbor) might be able to tap into your Internet connection or poke around your hard disk.

5 Steps to Securing Your Windows XP Home Computer by Richard Rogers
Most people are aware that there are continuous security issues with Microsoft’s Windows operating system and other programs. However, what most people do not realize is how easy it is to significantly improve your computer’s security and reduce the likelihood of becoming a victim to ever... 5) Anti Spyware Tool - this software is the last piece in your basic internet security set up. ... For example last year my new Dell shipped with a 90-day trial of McAfee's Internet Security Suite. ... 3) Anti Virus Protection – while it is fair to say the threat of the computer virus has receded...

Computer Security: Zone Alarm (Anti Virus) by Bill Carr
Over the last several years, I've been building and repairing computers from my home and unfortunately, I'm sorry to say that most of the problems start with the user themselves. Well maybe the manufacturer, for only installing a trial copy of some anti virus program (usually about three months)... Email Security. ... Internet access. ... I decided to give it a try, not only do you get a firewall that's been there main program for so many years it now comes with anti virus software. ... The antivirus feature in Zone Alarm Antivirus uses sophisticated logic to detect and remove viruses.

3 Ways Computers Can Hurt Your Ministry - Part 2 - Weak Network Security by Donnie Schexnayder
Our computers have become almost indispensable ministry tools. What would you do if the worst happened and you had to function without your computers? Would your ministry survive? This article is the second in a 3-part series on how to protect your ministry from serious computer-related loss. ... He or she can try to penetrate your Internet firewall, test the strength of your passwords, verify the physical security of your data and backups, scan your whole network for security holes and vulnerabilities and provide a detailed report of the findings.

How Secure Are Online Data Backups? by Harald Anderson
Processing DATA is what all businesses do. Protecting data is what SMART businesses do. Smart businesses understand that if they lose their data they lose their business. If you are considering taking steps to ensure the integrity and safety of your important computer data you may be concerned... Most modern online secure data backup providers make there services available via the Internet and will provide you with the necessary software to back up a predefined set of your critical data, which is then encrypted (typically up to 448 bit), before it is transferred over a high speed...

What Cause A Computer To Be Slow by Michael Baker
With all of the surfing and working on the computer we do today, no one has time to wait on a slow computer. I will tell you what cause a computer to be slow and 3 things you can do to fix it. First, you might have a virus. While these are made public so much now, it is not as popular to hear... This will help with the security and privacy of your computer, and where you have been on the internet. ... Basically, with all of the using of the internet for information, directions, or whatever, it is ever increasingly likely you are getting spyware installed on your computer without you even...

How to Protect your Whole Family Online from Hackers and Predators! by Todd Jirecek
Today more than ever, there are more threats from the online world. It's seems every time you turn around you hear another story about someone computer or personal identity being stolen. It can happen in an instant and without a flash. Before you know it, it's too late to stop it. ... Get a feel for what goes on in the news and see what relates to computer security. ... That's why you need to be more pro active about your computer when it comes to security. ... Staying motivated to learn a little about computer security can be a tough task.

Network Based Security Attacks on Internet Users by Manu Tripathi
Network based Security Attacks Network is a collection of nodes connected to each other. These nodes can be a computer or computing devices (like mobile and PDA), peripheral devices (like printer, scanner), other networks (connect via bridge or router) or any service (like directory service,... If you browse the Internet using low security software like Internet Explorer, this is highly recommended that you should use a Spyware sweeper. ... Network block – even if your computer is secure and virus – Spyware free, other computer attached to your computer network can setup them.

How to Detect and Remove Spyware and Adware by Debbie Jacobsen
Spyware and Adware Facts: · Of the more than one billion computers on the internet today, 80% are not protected against spyware and adware. · Spyware is the most common and most dangerous internet security threat today. · Spyware is designed to steal our personal information so it can be used... · Free software and cheap software usually contains spyware and/or adware. ... Because free adware removers and free anti-spyware software is often designed to trick you into installing more adware and spyware on your computer, it is best to stay away from this.