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Home Network Security
This document gives home users an overview of the security risks and countermeasures associated with Internet connectivity, especially in the context of 'always-on' or broadband access services (such ...
Spyware
This paper gives an overview of spyware and outlines some practices to defend against it. Spyware is becoming more widespread as online attackers and traditional criminals use it as a tool for crimes ...
Using Wireless Technology Securely
In recent years, wireless networking has become more available, affordable, and easy to use. Home users are adopting wireless technology in great numbers. On-the-go laptop users often find free ...
Virus Basics
A computer virus is a program that spreads by first infecting files or the system areas of a computer or network router's hard drive and then making copies of itself. Some viruses are harmless, others ...
Before You Connect a New Computer to the Internet
This Tech Tip provides guidance for users connecting a new (or newly upgraded) computer to the Internet for the first time. It is intended for home users, students, small businesses, or any site with ...
Troubleshooting the Windows Registry
The Windows registry is nothing more than a database of the hardware and software installed on your computer. Your operating system uses instructions stored in the registry to determine how installed ...
What should you do if your IP address is registered in the list of infected IP addresses?
What should you do if your IP address is registered in the list of infected IP addresses?