Library Category: Safety & Security
Acceptable Use, Part II: Monitoring Use
June 18 2007
Earlier, we discussed the benefits of having an acceptable-use policy to spell out to employees the rules for using your company-owned computers and network. This time, we consider the next …
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Know thy Enemy: Viruses, worms and Trojans
June 18 2007
Viruses, worms, and Trojans are malicious programs that damage both your computer and the information on it. They bog down the Internet and hijack your mail systems to spread themselves …
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What is a VPN?
June 18 2007
Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) are software-based "tunnels" that connect two or more networks together. The primary purpose of a VPN is to connect disparate systems over a public infrastructure in …
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Stolen Laptops & PDAs
June 18 2007
Laptop computers and PDAs are prime targets for theft from your office, home, or vehicle. Thieves love them since they're small, can be carried away without attracting attention, and sell …
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