From Leo's mailbag:
> From: A Computer User
> Sent: October 16, 2005
> To: Ask Leo!
> Subject: What do you use to keep your computer safe?
>
> Leo,
> I would like to protect my computer against crackers and those
> who steal information in ID theft. I have been lucky so far,
> but I feel
> that I need to do more.
>
> I currently use Norton and am thinking about purchasing
> http://www.pctools.com.
>
> Last night I listened in on a conference call and took an
> interests in purchasing this new software
> to protect my computer against crackers.
>
> http://www.myinvisusdirect.com/ckiser/
>
> Connie claims the following:
>
> She said that she knew a hacker very well and asked that
> person to try and break into her
> system, but they could not. I am a bit leary in believing
> this statement after reading your
> webpage, but I am wondering if you think she is lying or
> telling me the truth?
>
> I am running Windows. I run my business on the Internet and
> I just want to be safe,
> but I also am sick and tired of spending hundreds of dollars
> on systems that just
> don't work.
>
> I just installed Norton on my other computer and I keep
> getting errors. I really need
> something easy to use, that will protect me for the time
> being while I start building
> up my computer skills.
>
> What do you use to keep your computer safe?
>
> I am just not sure what to do, so I thought I would write and ask you.
I think this article would be a great place for you to start:
http://ask-leo.com/how_do_i_keep_my_computer_safe_on_the_internet.html
Thanks for asking,
Leo
Article 854
| Category:
Viruses and Malware
