November 2012 archive

How to recognize phishing email messages, links, or phone calls

Here is a recent Microsoft post talking about how to recognize phishing email messages, links, or phone calls Phishing email messages, websites, and phone calls are designed to steal money. Cybercriminals can do this by installing malicious software on your computer or stealing personal information off of your computer. Cybercriminals also use social engineering to …

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How to help protect yourself from Email and web scams

Here is a recent Microsoft post on protecting yourself from Web and Email scams: When you read email or surf the Internet, you should be wary of scams that try to steal your personal information (identity theft), your money, or both. Many of these scams are known as “phishing scams” because they “fish” for your …

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New and improved security features in Windows 8

Here is a Microsoft post regarding the new and improved security features in the newly released Microsoft Windows 8: The newest operating system from Microsoft has several security features built in and ready to go. Help keep your family safer It’s easier than ever to keep track of your kids’ online activities with Windows 8. …

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