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Security: Ultimate Environment for Secure Web Browsing

It did not take long for the Internet to explode in popularity and it is now used by millions of people all over the world. As well as being an incredibly useful tool for business, entertainment and information, the Internet can also be a dangerous place. Fake websites may try to lure you into handing over credit card details which could then be misused, web browsers store information about the websites you visit and may reveal a great deal of personal information, and viruses have the potential to steal personal data and wreak unknown havoc with your files. When it comes to Internet security, there is much more to consider than using a strong password to encrypt a wireless connection and keeping anti-virus software up-to-date. In this article, we’ll show you the steps you can take to ensure that your browsing is as secure as possible.

Category: Internet & Security
Issue: 2010 Issue 2 March/April
Operating Systems: XP, Vista, 7
Article Reference: S37