PC Magazine Windows Vista Security Solutions

The average user has little idea of the severity of security threats to the Windows Vista OS or how those threats could impact their personal privacy. This book educates readers on the simple steps they can take to prepare for potential threats. Providing the knowledge and wisdom that end-users need in order to protect themselves, this detailed guide offers step-by-step instructions to installing programs and configuring settings related to securing Windows Vista. This book is aimed at the home and small office user, who wants to learn different ways to avoid or lessen the risk of security threats. It examines viruses, spyware, firewalls, browser security, password management, data protection, network security, and Vista updates.