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The World Wide Web is very useful and dangerous! Regarding most people do not know maybe that is connecting their computers on the Internet as a target for thieves and unscrupulous people. The U.S. government is taking steps aimed at inculcating an understanding of the importance of cyber-security for citizens, especially home computer user. In addition, the DSL provider like Verizon are also making great efforts to create a secure connection.

DLS, like other users need to protect their computer systems and private information stored on computers cyber-thieves and malicious hackers. In recent years, such as “Project honeymoon found that most systems can be cut between 3-5 days.

While DSL provider will have security systems in the village it is best to take steps to protect yourself and your family and the economy. It is very simple:

1 Install a firewall. It is the software recognizes that unauthorized access and blocks. What is to prevent the unauthorized transfer files from your computer! This is important because a DSL connection means that your computer is connected to the Internet and is vulnerable to attack. A firewall should always be the latest version and properly configured to scan your system continuously.

2 Make sure your anti-virus software is up and running and regularly updated. Never leave your computer system open to a virus attack. Not only your private files and information at risk, but also those of others, are in your address book and the system. Cyber-criminals steal credit card and bank information for personal financial gain. Make sure your computer has the latest virus protection system in force. Be sure that the extension of anti-virus software-license.

3 Configure your computer properly. If you do not know how to try to trust with a family member or friend. Use passwords and original. It is important to regularly change your password unique and passwords, which is a mixture of words and numbers. Read http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-srv/technology/articles/cyberprimer_091802.htm.

4 Also mandatory operating systems and software. Payment of license fees and regularly update your computer with the latest security patches supplier. It protects your computer system up to the highest degree. See also: http://www.cert.org/.

5 Always use the e-mail security practices. Most bugs in your system attack by annexes. He never open e-mails with attachments from unknown sources. All installations must be tested before opening. Do not open attachments such as file extensions. Vbs. P2P networks are dangerous, like downloading executable programs. See what you can drawn to the dangers of “Trojan horses”.

To protect himself, you must learn as much as possible about the security of computer systems for users. See also: http://www.cert.org/tech_tips/home_networks.html. Protecting your system makes it difficult for hackers, intruders and biscuits. If the judgement of the computer after use, thank you you make sure your system is not connected to the Internet from the screen. This ensures that the attacks would occur while you sleep.

Simple procedure could save your life and money.