Internet Security, Viruses, Spam, Malware and Firewalls

Internet Security - What can you do to stop these threats?

FIREWALLS

Every personal and business computer MUST have a firewall. XP has a built in firewall which is better than nothing but doesn't offer the protection if a commercial product. The firewall in Vista (XPs replacement available January 2007) will be far stronger than the XP version.
More advice on firewalls >>>

ANTI VIRUS SOFTWARE

Everyone should have anti virus software installed.
Anti virus software recommendations here >>>

ANTI SPAM SOFTWARE

Everyone should have anti spam software installed. For some thoughts and recommendation click below.
More advice on fighting spam >>>
Anti spam software recommendations >>>

RULES IN YOUR EMAIL CLIENT

You can automatically delete a massive volume of Spam with a few simple rules in your email client.
More information on creating rules >>>

SPYWARE, MALWARE and ROOTKITS

These are small programs that install themselves on your PC for illegal purposes. More advice on spyware etc. >>>

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