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Computer Security for Everyone

Table of Contents

Introduction to Computer Security

Part I - Protecting Your Computer Hardware

Part II - Controlling Access to Your Computer

Part III - Safeguarding Your Email Communications

Part IV - Securing Your Computer System

Part V - Computer Security Resources

 

Part I - Protecting Your Computer Hardware

• Chapter  1 - Protecting Your Computer Hardware

  • Physical Access & Data Security
    
    

• Chapter  2 - Climate and Environment
  
  

• Chapter  3 - Backing Up Your Data

  • Data Loss

  • Data Backups and Recovery

  • Importance of Data Backup

  • Types of Data Backup

  • Backing up the Backup

  • Data Backup Tips

  • Data Safety
    
    

• Chapter  4 - UPS Uninterruptible Power Supply

  • Regulating Your Computer's Power Supply

  • Common Power Problems

  • Types of UPS

  • Comparison of Prominent UPS Topologies

  • UPS Selection Criteria

  • UPS Buying Tips

Part II - Controlling Access to Your Computer

• Chapter  5 - Password Protection & Management

  • Password Management

  • Login / Password Security

  • Microsoft's suggested Password Policy

  • Other Helpful Password Utilities & Links
    
    

• Chapter  6 - Identity Theft

  • How Identity Thieves Steal your Personal Information

  • How Identity Thieves Use Your Personal Information

  • Warning Signs that you are a Victim

  • What to Do if You Are a Victim

  • How to Protect Your Identity
    
    

• Chapter  7 - Physical Computer Access

  • Control Access to Your Computer Itself

  • Remote Access Security

  • Encryption

  • Audits

  • Active Directory

  • Public Key Infrastructure

  • Smart Cards
    
    

• Chapter  8 - Securing Microsoft Windows

  • Windows Updates & Service Packs

  • Windows Security Overview

  • Security Policies in Windows

  • Windows System Security Tools

  • Microsoft Baseline Security Analyzer (MBSA)

  • Windows  Security Tips

  • Windows Installation Security Checklist

Part III - Safeguarding Your Email Communications

• Chapter 9 - How Email Systems Work

  • Basic Parts of the Email System

  • Email Protocols

  • Message Paths of Emails
    
    

• Chapter 10 - Email Security

  • Vulnerabilities of the Email System

  • Email Security Guidelines & Techniques

  • Microsoft Outlook Security Features

  • Software Solutions to Email Privacy
    
    

• Chapter 11 - Avoiding Spam

  • Introduction to Spam

  • Types of Spam

  • How Spam Works

  • How You Can Deal With Spam

  • Spam Filtering for Client-Based and Server-Based Systems

  • Spam Protection in Outlook

  • Spam Glossary

  • Free Spam Filter Tools

Part IV - Securing Your Computer System

• Chapter 12 - Firewalls

  • Introduction to Internet Firewalls

  • Functionality of Firewalls

  • Personal Firewalls

  • Features and Benefits

  • Choosing a Firewall for Home and Small Office

  • Major Firewall Products

  • Comparison Table of the Various Personal Firewall Products
    
    

• Chapter 13 - Networking Security

  • Networking Basics & Network Architecture

  • Computer Ports

  • Connecting to the Internet

  • Windows Network Security

  • Remote Access and VPN

  • Internet Protocols

  • Internet Protocol Security
    
    

• Chapter 14 - Securing Your Browser

  • Introduction to Web Browsers

  • Microsoft Internet Explorer

  • Netscape Navigator and Mozilla

  • Opera

  • Securing Web Browsers
    
    

• Chapter 15 - Antivirus Software

  • Introduction

  • The Need for Antivirus Software

  • Viruses and Worms

  • Trojan Horse Programs

  • History of Computer Viruses

  • Famous Virus & Worm Attacks

  • Guidelines to Virus Protection

  • AntiVirus Software & Utilities
    
    

• Chapter 16 - Internet Hoaxes

  • Overview of Hoaxes

  • Hoax Definition

  • Chain Letters

  • Risks and Costs of Hoaxes

  • How to Identify a Hoax

  • Action on Receiving a Hoax Mail

  • Some Well-Known Hoaxes

  • Sympathy Letters and Requests to Help Someone

  • AOL Database Corruption Scam
    
    

• Chapter 17 - Spyware

  • Spyware: Lurking on Your Computer

  • Types and Behavior of Spyware

  • Well Known Spyware

  • Spyware To Be Extremely Wary Of

  • Programs for Detecting and Removing Spyware
    
    

• Chapter 18 - Threats/Attacks/Hackers & Crackers

  • Introduction

  • Needed Layers of Protection

  • Hacking and Cracking

  • Threats and Attacks Defined

  • Dealing with Attacks
    
    

• Chapter 19 - Wireless Security

  • Introduction to Wireless Networking

  • Growing Popularity of Wireless Networks

  • Wireless Protocol Standards

  • Benefits of Wireless Networks

  • Risks and Vulnerabilities

  • Security Measures for Securing Wireless Networks

  • Wireless Security Tools

  • Tips for Securing Wireless Networks
    
    

• Chapter 20 - Guide to Linux Security

  • Introduction to Linux Security

  • Some Linux Security Precautions

  • When Your Linux System Has Already Been Compromised

  • Linux Operating System Security

  • Linux File System Security

  • Perimeter Security in Linux

  • Security Tools

  • Network Vulnerability Scanners

  • Linux Firewalls

  • Portscan Detection Tools

  • General Security Tips

  • Linux Security Glossary
    

Part V - Computer Security Resources

• Chapter 21 - Free Computer Security Software

  • PC Monitoring Tools

  • File Protection Tools

  • Password Security Tools
    
    

• Chapter 22 - Computer Security Resources on the Web
  
  

• Chapter 23 - Glossary of Computer Security Terms

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