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Email Security
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- Configure your anti-virus program to scan for attachments and
viruses, and even then be wary of opening attachments from strangers.
- Use Junk Mail Filters - Cruzio's and your email program's built
in filters.
- Use Mozilla Thunderbird - it has better options than Outlook
Express.
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Web Browser
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Updating your browser is probably the single best thing you can
do to improve your surfing experience and help make your computer
more secure. Cruzio recommends that you maintain the most recent
non-beta browser version on your computer.
- Use Firefox - it's more secure than Internet Explorer
- When using credit cards online, make sure that the site URL
starts with https, and check that the padlock icon shows up on
the browser.
- Download the latest version of your Web browser:
http://www.cruzio.com/support/security/
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Robust Passwords |
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- Strong passwords are important – make it a combination
of letters and numbers, and a mixture of lower and uppercase is
recommended.
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Operating System
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- Windows -> Internet Explorer -> Tools -> Windows Update
- Macintosh -> Apple Menu -> Software Update
- Both can be set to automatically check for updates - this is
highly recommended
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Antivirus Software
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Viruses are strings of code or programs
alter the performance of your computer. Be sure to install antivirus
software like AVG-Free or Norton Antivirus on your computer, keep
it updated and run it weekly at least. The
OS
re-installation includes installation and configuration of an Anti-Virus
program.
- Online Scanner - http://housecall.antivirus.com - a good second
opinion
- Remember that Antivirus programs can sometimes cause problems
with email, so it's always good to have a way to reinstall the
program.
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Firewalls |
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A firewall helps prevent unauthorized
access to your computer
by blocking outside access of unused services and notifying you
when suspicious activity is detected. The OS
re-installation includes
installation and configuration of a firewall program program.
- Windows XP - Enable from Windows Firewall Control Panel
- Mac OS X - System Preferences -> Sharing -> Firewall
- Zone Alarm - Free version available
- Hardware - you'll get basic protection using routers from D-Link,
Linksys, Netgear, et al
- Since Firewalls regulate internet access, they can sometimes
block important things like email and web browsing. Sometimes
they have to be reinstalled to fix the problem.
- For more firewall information check out Cruzio's security page:
http://www.cruzio.com/support/dsl/security.html
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Spyware Removal Tools |
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Spyware is background software surreptitiously
installed on your computer, usually by an advertiser who'd like to
know more about you and your viewing habits. Install an anti-spyware
utility like Spybot, Adaware, or Microsoft Defender. These tools
should be kept updated and run at least once a month.
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