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PC Magazine Windows Vista Security Solutions
Dan DiNicolo provides a roadmap to protecting Vista against new and unexpected security threats that might arise to hijack your system. Follow these steps, abide by the Golden Rules of Windows security, and you’ll sleep better. See at a glance what’s critical for security: implementing logon security, strong passwords, and firewall configuration.
Plus, explore additional layers of security, such as e-mail encryption and secure file deletion and update your system regularly to be sure you have all security patches and Service Packs installed.
CONTENTS:
Acknowledgments.
Introduction.
Part I Getting Down to the Business of Securing Windows Vista.
Chapter 1 A Short Introduction to Securing Windows Vista.
Chapter 2 Implementing User Accounts and Logon Security.
Chapter 3 Implementing Password Security.
Chapter 4 Using Built-in Tools and Settings to Improve Windows Vista Security.
Part II Making Surfing Safer.
Chapter 5 Securing Your Web Browser.
Chapter 6 Implementing Parental Controls.
Part III Protecting Windows Vista Against Internet Threats.
Chapter 7 Protecting Windows Vista with a Firewall.
Chapter 8 Keeping Windows Vista Patched and Protected.
Chapter 9 Protecting Against Viruses.
Chapter 10 Fighting Malware: Protecting Against Spyware, Adware, and Browser Hijackers.
Part IV Messaging Your Way to E-mail Security.
Chapter 11 The Dark Side of Spam.
Chapter 12 Securing E-mail Messages Using Encryption and Digital Signatures.
Part V Protecting Your Files.
Chapter 13 Controlling Access to Your Personal Files.
Chapter 14 Improving File Security Using Encryption.
Chapter 15 Erasing Files and Hard Drives Securely.
Part VI Securing Your Home Network.
Chapter 16 Securing Shared Folders and Printers.
Chapter 17 Securing Windows Vista on Wireless Networks.
Part VII Appendixes.
Appendix A Reinstalling Windows Vista.
Appendix B Helpful Windows Vista Security Web Sites.
Index.
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