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Warning: Change your router password
Unfortunately, by visiting a malicious web page, a person can inadvertently open up his router for attack; settings on the router can be changed, including the DNS servers used by the members of this small, quickly erected internal network.
Continue reading...Introducing the Vista Security Center
30. January 2007
Windows Security Center in Windows Vista puts all of your computer's security needs in one easy-to-find, easy-to-monitor location. Windows Security Center helps make your PC more secure by alerting you when your security software is out of date or when your security settings should be strengthened. The Security Center displays your firewall settings and tells you whether your PC is set up to receive automatic software updates from Microsoft.
Continue reading...Recognize phishing scams and fraudulent e-mails
10. January 2007
Phishing is a type of deception designed to steal your valuable personal data, such as credit card numbers, passwords, account data, or other information. Con artists might send millions of fraudulent e-mail messages that appear to come from Web sites you trust, like your bank or credit card company, and request that you provide personal information.
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16. February 2007
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