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IT SECURITY  by

 Kimberlie Hutson 		10/6/2008 at 12:17
IT security breaks down into two categories, infrastructure security and network security.

Infrastructure security can be identity management, access management, information and event management, for the events side of things, application and data management

Network security is the means by which you protect yourself when you’re in an online or network environment, you need to ensure only the right people have access to your systems.

Security is needed so you can be confident you can transact properly without interruption, it also helps prove any compliance you have to adhere to and proves the capability to a wider business audience, as well as providing evidence to any auditors who monitor your company.

Even if your business is small, you still need security so your customers feel comfortable dealing with you, as well as being able to show any auditors you’re running your business properly and you have the right degree of controls. You also open yourself up to a wider opportunity - if your customers realise they can deal with you safely, your business will increase

Everyone can benefit from good IT security. For example a HR department spends a lot of time setting up and giving access to new employees, IT security can help make that process faster. A finance department can make sure that only those who should have access to certain systems have that access, it’s not just for the boys down in IT!

Information and event access, a way by which you control the security policy on a daily, minute or second by ...
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CAN YOU RECOVER AFTER A SECURITY BREACH?  by

 Rob McAdam 		10/6/2008 at 12:16
If you haven’t already taken adequate steps to ensure your data and computer security systems are up to date and working to protect you against hackers and other potential threats, then you should do it right now to ensure the chances of being subjected to a security breach are as small as possible.

Unfortunately some businesses take the attitude that there are always more important things to be doing - such as winning new clients for example - and they never quite seem to get around to it. But if you can number yourself and your business among that group, you could be heading for disaster.

If you need an incentive to make sure your network security is as good as it should be, then consider what you would do and how you would be affected if someone did manage to break into your systems and cause havoc as a result.

A lot of people immediately think of the practical considerations. That is understandable, as you will want to see how much data - if any - was compromised or lost during the security breach. The natural step then is to do what should have been done in the first place and plug those holes so no one can get through them again in the future.

But that isn’t the only problem you would be faced with if you did fall victim to the hackers. News of the breach would almost certainly reach your clients in one way or another, and that would mean ...
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HOW DO I SECURE MY PRIVATE INFORMATION WHEN SURFING THE INTERNET?  by

 Charles Salmon 		10/6/2008 at 12:16
Privacy has become an important concern for many internet users. Whenever you use web browser, all information about the user are transferred via insecure internet connection. Most of the times, your information will not be encrypted, allowing hackers to interrupt the connection and get your personal information. When your identity is stolen, anything undesirable may happen. The problem here is that you don’t know who stole your private information and there is no means to find 1the culprit. Online shopping is now popular enabling the users to buy anything from the comfort of their home. Though the financial transactions are secured, you cannot stop your personal information to be sent to the server.

Threat to privacy

Whenever you open a website in a web browser, your private information including your ip address and geographic location are sent to the web server. All user interactions and user information are logged in the web server. Thousands if not millions of people are monitoring network connections to get unauthorized access to various computers on the network. The server logs are readable making your private information public. Knowing your ip address and other personal information will let them hack your computer without your knowledge. When you enter your credit card number and other personal details in a webpage, you are risking your privacy. Apart from stealing your identity, hackers may misuse your information in several ways.

Need for proxy services

Secure surfing is possible with the use of proxy web services which allow you to surf the internet ...
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DANGERS OF USING PROXY SERVERS  by

 Andrew J Green 		10/6/2008 at 12:15
As an internet user any activity you perform on the internet can be traced back to you with the help of your IP address, which is a unique code assigned to you by your Internet Service Provider. An easy way of protecting yourself is by using anonymous proxies, which hide your IP address from websites. Though a majority of proxies are safe, there are still a few proxies run by webmasters with many a malicious intent. This article will help you to protect yourself better against such proxies.

Basically, a proxy is a collection of servers which allow you to access a website, while maintaining your anonymity by hiding your IP address. All information you wish to send to the website you are browsing passes through the proxy you use. Usually this information reaches the proxy in an unencrypted form, which means they can be easily read by the webmaster or the owner of the proxy. Such information transmitted may include your usernames and passwords and even banking information!

So, the first rule to follow when using a proxy is to never type in any information you wish to keep to yourself, such as your password, or credit card number. When checking your mail, or logging into your bank’s online banking system, never use a proxy. This helps in keeping all private information confidential.

When you first try a proxy website, be sure to read through the terms of service of that particular proxy. Proxies usually also have a privacy policy, which is ...
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SETTING PC SECURITY ON A BUDGET  by

 Alberta Glamerheim 		3/23/2008 at 10:49
PC security is essential to everybody, and that is why prices for antivirus and firewall software tend to go high. But while enterprises have no other choice but to pay for data protection, regular home users can save off quite some money going with free PC security software.

Yes, preventing intrusions from the web, keeping files safe and ensuring the secure transactions of online banking can be done using free applications. And I mean not demo versions of software, not trial editions, but fully functional tools that many PC users either have never heard about or just don’t trust anything that goes with a 4-letter word.

Omitting the technical details, each desktop computer nowadays should be protected by 3 crucial components making the core of integrated threat prevention. These components are: antivirus, antispyware, and firewall.

Let’s see what each of the components is meant to do.

1.Antivirus application usually monitors the system memory (RAM) and controls operations with files (such as execution and opening). Whenever antivirus sees a behavioral pattern similar to virus activity, the software either stops the process, removes the threat, or informs the PC user of the detected virus infection. It is a common misconception that a good antivirus is enough for safe online browsing and networking. Antivirus is not enough. It doesn’t matter what antivirus you’re using and what brand name stands behind it. Do not be misled by marketing promises. There are no ’best antivirus software’ simply because each PC and user’s activity is different.

2.Antispyware does even greater job ...
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HOW TO KEEP YOUR DATA AND CUSTOMER INFORMATION SAFE  by

 Serge Daudelin 		3/23/2008 at 10:48
In this world of information technology where everything is being done over the Internet, companies and people really need to ensure that they are protected from malicious attacks whether it is stealing valuable information or spreading computer viruses. The single most important and effective weapon that you can use to keep your personal information as well as your customer’s is to use a firewall.

In fact, today firewalls are being used by nearly every online person or company and in the case of companies; certain rules are created that help in controlling the intranet Web connectivity. Basically, a firewall will give you or a company the right to decide how users on the network can access information that is being passed between the Web and other concerned servers.

Furthermore, firewalls have their own means of controlling how traffic enters and leaves the network and the easiest way in which they achieve this is by using what is known as filtering of packets. Thus, the firewall has to analyze packets of data and compare this data with predetermined filtering instructions. If the filter passes the packet of data then the data becomes available to you and other users; otherwise it will remove the information.

There is also an alternative means employed by firewalls in protecting you and this method is known as proxy service. In fact, yet another effective means employed by firewalls to protect you and sensitive information is through comparing certain pieces of data packets against information retrieved from sites that are ...
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PRIVACY POLICIES - DO THEY MAKE A DIFFERENCE?  by

 Darla Johnson 		2/9/2008 at 20:59
Always Practice Safe Surfing Everyone has gone through it - the worry that hits you when you’re about to give your credit card number or other personal information to a website. Can you be sure that your information will be handled with respect and be protected by strong privacy policies?

As a customer, reading a wordy, unpolished privacy policy can be intimidating, or on the other end of the spectrum, not finding a privacy policy or coming across a poorly written policy may even be worse. As a website owner, your privacy policy has a direct correlation to your sales and you probably don’t even realize it. Privacy policies are directly connected to Internet security, which is one of the most talked about and publicized issues in the global setting today. It seems like no matter where you look there are instances of people being taken advantage of, whether its being the victim of identity theft or just not getting what they paid for. But there are ways to ensure a positive experience both for the consumer and those running a business, and one way is to have a well written policy.

Another effective way to increase buyer confidence as a website owner is to add 3rd party privacy seals to your website and particularly your privacy policy. Privacy seals can add a distinct advantage to your web-based business, because it gives buyers peace of mind in knowing that a trusted independent company has reviewed your privacy policy in order to help ...
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SOFTWARE THREATS TO THE ENTERPRISE AND HOME USER  by

 Prescott Small 		2/9/2008 at 20:58
I was recently asked to identify the "twenty most dangerous pieces of software" to us as a company. My first thought was "WHY?"

What good does it do anyone to stop twenty pieces of dangerous software in a world that is full of thousands that are constantly chagrining and never stop moving.

That in itself identifies a key problem with some people’s perception of IT Security.

Many people often compare the internet to the Wild West in terms of security. We have a Posse consisting of Anti-SpyWare, Virus Scan and firewalls that are there to protect us. The problem with many of these tools is that they are mostly reactive tools using historical data to protect us from what is known to be bad. We also have IPS tools that are more proactive and prevent events from occurring at all.

I am trying to dispel this mindset and create a new mindset by trying to bring the threat into focus so that the bigger picture can be seen. A lot of security Managers still think in this type of mindset and want the Top 20 or seek 80/20 compliance thinking that is fine in today’s world. All this tells me is that they really don’t understand security and risk analysis.

Ten years ago we would have an outbreak that would infect thousands of computers and that would bring down the network and make headlines. The goal of the attacker was to get attention or impress his girlfriend.

Today we have criminals and criminal organizations that are ...
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SECURITY AND THE AUTO COMPLETE FEATURE  by

 Scott Lindsay 		2/9/2008 at 20:57
The security of your computer is important on both private as well as business applications.

Many have found the use of the auto complete features associated with many browsers a popular way to avoid keystrokes. After all what could be more convenient than simply filling in a form for informational purposes and allow that saved information to be brought up with a single click?

The auto complete feature is especially popular with email programs. You simply type a few letters related to the email address and if it is in your system you may receive multiple choices that include those letters. You choose the correct email address and click send. The process is quick and has found many appreciative users.

Even word processors can use auto complete technology. For instance if you begin to type today’s date you may find a suggested date that you simply click saving some typing time. Many have come to rely on the feature to make checkout in ecommerce quick and painless.

I’d like to provide an argument for refraining from using some auto complete technology in the world of online business.

The use of this technology in a word processor is generally a great tool simply because it does not rely on any personal data and is primarily designed to assist in popular words, dates and letter writing.

However, when it comes to filling in a one-click web browser auto complete feature there are a couple of scenarios I’d like you to consider.

Barb owns a small, but growing online business. ...
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HACKING IS A CRIME, SO WHAT CAN YOU DO?  by

 Hayi Mansoor 		2/9/2008 at 20:57
We have all heard the horror stories about hackers busting into computers and learning secrets, that are suppose to be secure. And we have seen the movies where terrorists hack into highly secured government computers and take over, shutting down electric and water systems, and getting nuclear bomb codes. Although these are rare, and major if they ever did happen, there is still a lot of everyday hacking that is happening to the general public, such as Identity thief. This is a process where people get your personal information, either from computer files or even on paper. And they use it for their own gain.

We all have information stored on computers. Even if you don’t own one your information is still in large computer systems everywhere. Our banking systems use them, our government agencies, our schools, and work places. In all these computer lays our very critical details. Such as Driver’s License number, Social security numbers, bank accounts, credit cards, health records, etc. And if you do use a computer for personal use such as shopping, then you have had to give your information over a computer many times. And if you make purchases over the internet often you my have your information saved so you don’t have to enter it every time, and this could make it easier for someone to get a hold of it for the wrong reasons.

Online banking is another good example of our information being accessible on a computer. These hackers learn how to get ...
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OFFICE SECURITY WITH CAMERAS - WHAT IS AVAILABLE CURRENTLY?  by

 Andrew Stratton 		1/15/2008 at 18:18
Movies and television today sometimes paint an unrealistic picture of techno gadgets used by such characters as James Bond and others. The reality is that there is very little that is private or secure anymore from a dedicated hacker or investigator. Personal and private information can be accessed by any relatively skilled hacker or determined investigator.

If you as a business owner choose to install security or surveillance devices so that you can monitor activities of your employees when you are not present, legally you have a right to do so in most areas. Some business owners install surveillance to insure that money is not being stolen by employees. Installing a surveillance camera to prevent unauthorized removal of business or office equipment or of store inventory in quite common in businesses today. Thanks to current advances in technology, the security cameras of today are quite reliable with reasonably good definition or resolution. They are often adjustable as to height and direction and may include zoom lenses, particular if this is a web cam type. Cameras can provide continuous surveillance in all areas of an office so that there are no blind spots or unobserved areas.

Cameras used as office security devices can be very sophisticated. They can be set so as to register an alarm at the appropriate response place in the event of movement. They can record any activities within the range of their viewfinder. Business surveillance cameras are a small sized unit that can be aimed and are often used ...
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SECURITY AND SURVEILLANCE VIDEO CAMERAS CAN SAVE ON YOUR INSURANCE  by

 Fred Tillman 		1/15/2008 at 18:18
Every homeowner or business owners that owns property needs HOI, homeowners insurance or hazard insurance. It just depends where you are in the country or who you are dealing with as to the terminology that is used. But it’s all the same.

You can’t buy a home, either it be a single family home, town home, condo or even an office build without getting hazard insurance before you go to settlement. Hazard insurance gives both you the property owner and the lender peace of mind in case of a fire or some other catastrophe that this asset will be made whole again and everyone is protected from financial ruin.

Now depending on the size or your home or mortgage, hazard insurance can range from hundreds of dollars to thousands of dollars per year. As I’m sure you know, insurance goes up almost every year and forget about it if you have made a claim. In some cases hazard insurance can be as costly, if not more costly than the yearly tax bill on the property.

Hold on, I know you thought Christmas had passed but here is a late Christmas gift for you. There is a way to save 12-15% per year on your HOI/hazard insurance that 90% of the home owners and business owners do not even know about. Probably their insurance agent does not know about or think to ask.

I know you asking, "How is it that I can save 12-15% on my yearly hazard insurance bill?"

The answer is through security ...
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Blogs

IT Security

 Can You Recover After a Security Breach?

 How Do I Secure My Private Information When Surfing the Internet?

 Dangers of Using Proxy Servers

 Setting PC Security On A Budget

 How to Keep Your Data and Customer Information Safe

 Privacy Policies - Do They Make A Difference?

 Software Threats to the Enterprise and Home User

 Security and the Auto Complete Feature

 Hacking is a Crime, So What Can You Do?

 Office Security With Cameras - What Is Available Currently?

 Security and Surveillance Video Cameras Can Save On Your Insurance

 Business Security for Small Business

 A Short CCTV Guide For Investors

 Office Security with Cameras

 Using a Hidden Security Camera to Monitor Employees

 Phishing - How to Avoid Getting Caught

 Internet Insecurity

 Four Tips to Secure Your Computer from Rootkit Infection

 Is Your Privacy Intact? Have a Check on Spyware in Your Computer

 Using Wireless Network - What Security Issues?

 Strange E-mails Without Attachments Are Not Necessarily Harmless

 Internet Security - Why It Is So Important

 Viruses And Worms: Your System Needs Protection

 Network Firewalls

 Protecting Your Computer

 How Safe Are You In The Cyberspace? Get To Know About Online Privacy

 Protecting Yourself Online...How?

 9 Steps To Protect Your Computer from Virus Infection

 Computer Network Securities

 Computer Security