
Selecting a good password for all of your computer accounts is critical. Strong passwords reduce the risk of someone breaking into your account, reading your email, deleting your files, and gaining access to unauthorized resources by impersonating you.
Computer viruses, Internet worms, and Trojans have become so common today that no one can afford to ignore them and the damage they can cause. Prevention and awareness is the key to dealing with all of these problems.
The growth of the Internet has also given rise to the growth of scams of all sorts. These intrusions are becoming increasingly complex, and not being aware of how they work can prove costly.
All modern computer operating systems have bugs that can be exploited by hackers to damage and even take over your computer. You can stay aware of known exploits by visiting any of these computing security sites: