Essential Computer Security: Everyone's Guide to Email, Internet, and Wireless Security

Essential Security Advice from Tony Bradley, About.com's Guide for Internet/Network Security

"Security is a process, not a product, and computer security is everyone's responsibility. You wouldn't leave the backdoor of your home or business open to intruders, and your computer merits the same prudence. Even Dodge City had a Wyatt Earp to keep order if things got out of hand. In the wild world of the Internet, there is no sheriff. With Essential Computer Security you can act as your own deputy by arming yourself with fundamental knowledge of the important aspects of computer security."-Douglas Schweitzer, Sc.D., security expert and author of Securing the Network from Malicious Code

Coverage includes:

Basic Windows Security

Passwords

Viruses, Worms, and Other Malware

Patching

Perimeter Security

E-mail Safety

Web Surfing Privacy and Safety

Wireless Network Security

Spyware and Adware

Glossary of Technology and Terminology