PC Magazine Windows Vista Security Solutions

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Paperback: 456 pages
Publisher: Wiley (January 13, 2004)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0764544748
ISBN-13: 978-0764544743
Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 7.7 x 1 inches
Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds

Dan DiNicolo provides a roadmap to protecting Vista against new and unexpected security threats that might arise to hijack your system. Follow these steps, abide by the Golden Rules of Windows security, and you’ll sleep better. See at a glance what’s critical for security: implementing logon security, strong passwords, and firewall configuration. Plus, explore additional layers of security, such as e-mail encryption and secure file deletion and update your system regularly to be sure you have all security patches and Service Packs installed. From the Back Cover When you want to defend Windows Vista,it's good to know a PC Magazine expertUnless a time machine just dropped you in the 21st century, you already know that protecting your computer is essential. Now, here's Vista—new enough that no one is sure exactly what security threats might arise to hijack your system. That's why the road map that Dan DiNicolo provides in this book is so valuable. Follow these steps, abide by the Golden Rules of Windows security, and you'll sleep better. We promise.See at a glance what's critical for securityFollow easy steps to implementing logon security, strong passwords, and firewall configurationEnsure that security holes are patched regularlyFind out how to protect your Vista system against viruses—for freeRecognize the difference between malware and viruses and install the right anti-spyware protectionImplement parental controls to protect your kids onlineExplore additional layers of security, such as e-mail encryption and secure file deletionFive Golden Rules of Windows securityImplement user accounts properly and protect them all with strong passwords.Install a firewall.Update your system regularly to be sure you have all security patches and Service Packs installed.Use up-to-date anti-virus software and scan regularly for viruses.Use up-to-date anti-spyware protection and scan regularly for spyware and related threats. PC Magazine Windows Vista Security Solutions