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The Whole 9 Yards
PC System Security
A three page overview of my approach to personal computer security: anti-spyware, anti-virus, systems updates, forewalls, etc.
personal computer security
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Owner: Colburn, Dave (User-2638, dcolburn:DocuShare)DS
Tuesday, January 6, 2009 12:05:53 PM EST
Tuesday, January 6, 2009 12:05:53 PM EST
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Here's my approach to spyware/adware protection and system security.
  • Windows Updates: In "My Computer" (right click, "Properties" "Automatic Updates" and choose “Keep My
Computer Up to Date .
  • .” and select the top choice to notify when Windows updates are available and then to notify
again when they are ready to install.
  • I also run a full virus scan on my whole hard drive once a month and then run a
defrag.
  • Once IE-ADS is "merged" into your Registry, most direct marketers and malware pushers will not be able to
resort to their usual "tricks" (e.g., cookies, scripts, popups, et al) in order to monitor and track your behaviour while you surf the Net. http://www.we...
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