Book 16


Book 16

Aimed at the end user rather than the security professional, this book presents readers with invaluable information on how to eliminate security issues that already exist on their computers. The book empowers readers by providing step-by-step instructions on the actions they can take to virtually eradicate potential security threats; addresses viruses, spyware programs, firewalls, browser security, Windows XP updates, password management, data protection, and network security; and, offers simple steps and instructions that can be easily understood by the average Windows XP user and do not require readers to become computer security experts.

Book 17

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.