Secure your Windows

If you feel comfortable with the Windows operating system take some time to go over the security related registry tweaks available from WinGuides.com. By manipulating the Windows registry you can control nearly every facet of Windows security - from blocking access to Control Panel functions, to controlling which software can be used, to forcing the use of secure passwords and blocking access without password authorization. A lot of these settings are hidden away in the registry for use by network administrators and developers but there is no reason why you shouldn’t take advantage of these practical features for your personal PC.

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Keeping yourself informed of current security issues and alerts is great way to stay one step ahead of the common cracker. Including:

• Join a security mailing list such as the Windows Security Guide Newsletter and receive security alerts as they happen.
• Maintain your software revisions and make sure you install the latest security patches when they become available and your software should remain bug and vulnerability free.
• Update your virus definitions regularly so you can combat the latest viruses that have been released since your software was last updated.
• Visit Microsoft’s Windows Update site and install any critical updates.

Firewalls

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