Microsoft Network Security

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The Internet = A World of

Opportunities

Look whats at your fingertips

A way to communicate withfriends, family, colleagues

Access to informationand entertainment

A means to learn, meetpeople, and explore

www.microsoft.com/protect


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Online Security Versus

Online SafetySecurity: We mustsecure our computers

with technology in thesame way that we securethe doors to our homes.

Safety: We must act inways that help protect usagainst the risks thatcome with Internet use.



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Primary Online Risks and Threats

To Families Cyberbullies

File-sharingabuses

Invasion

of privacy Disturbing

content

Predators

To PersonalInformation

Online fraud andphishing

Hoaxes

Identity theft Spam

To Computers Viruses

Worms

Trojans

Spyware



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Viruses/Worms

Software programsdesigned to invadeyour computer, andcopy, damage, ordelete your data.

TrojansViruses that pretend to be

helpful programs whiledestroying your data,damaging your computer,and stealing yourpersonal information.

SpywareSoftware that tracks youronline activities ordisplays endless ads.

Primary Threats to Computer Security



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PredatorsThese people use theInternet to trick childreninto meeting with themin person.

File-share AbuseUnauthorized sharing ofmusic, video, and otherfiles may be illegal,and downloadmalicious software.

CyberbulliesBoth children and adultsmay use the Internet toharass or intimidateother people.

Invasion of PrivacyIf kids fill out online forms, theymay share information youdont want strangers to haveabout them or your family.

DisturbingContentIf kids exploreunsupervised, theycould stumble upon

images or informationyou may not wantthem exposed to.

Primary Online Risks for Children



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SpamUnwanted e-mail,instant messages,and other onlinecommunication

PhishingE-mail sent by onlinecriminals to trick youinto going to fake Websites and revealingpersonal information

Identity TheftA crime where conartists get yourpersonal informationand access your cashand/or credit

HoaxesE-mail sent by onlinecriminals to trick you intogiving them money

Primary Threats to PersonalOnline Safety



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Steps You Can Take

Your computer2. Turn on Windows

Internet firewall.

3. Use Microsoft Updateto keep Windows up-to-date automatically.

4. Install and maintainantivirus software.

5. Install and maintainMicrosoft WindowsDefender.

Yourself2. Practice Internet

behavior that lowersyour risk.

3. Manage your personalinformation carefully.

4. Use anti-phishing andanti-spam technologybuilt into WindowsVista, Windows XPSP2, Windows Live,and Microsoft Outlook.

Your family2. Talk with your kids

about what theydo online.

3. Set clear rules forInternet use.

4. Keep personalinformation private.

5. Use family safetysettings inMicrosoft software.



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Turn on Windows Internet firewall

Four Steps to Help Protect

Your Computer

Use Microsoft Update to keep Windowsup-to-date automatically

Install and maintain antispyware software

Install and maintain antivirus software



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Turn on Windows Internet Firewall

An Internet firewall

helps create aprotective barrierbetween yourcomputer andthe Internet



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Use Automatic Updates toKeep Software Up-to-date

Install all updatesas soon as they

are available Automatic updates

provide the bestprotection



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Install and Maintain Antivirus Software

Antivirus softwarehelps to detect andremove computer

viruses before theycan cause damage.

For antivirussoftware to be

effective, you mustkeep it up-to-date.Dont let it expire



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Install and Maintain AntispywareSoftware

Use antispyware

software, like MicrosoftWindows Defender, sounknown software cannottrack your online activity

and potentially steal yourinformation.



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Other Ways to Help Protect

Your Computer

Back up your files regularly

Think before you click

Read Web siteprivacy statements

Close pop-ups using red X



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Back up Your Files

Save to CD/DVD, aUSB drive, or other

external source Use a Web-based

backup service



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Think Before You Click

Be cautious with e-mailattachments and links

Only downloadfiles from Web sitesyou trust



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Read Privacy Statements

Understand what youare getting before youagree to download orshare your personalinformation



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Use the Red X to Close Pop-ups

Always use the red Xin the corner of a pop-up screen.

Never click yes,accept, or evencancel, because itcould be a trick that

installs software onyour computer.



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Take Steps to Help Protect

Your Family

Talk with your kids about what they do online

Keep personal information private

Set clear rules for Internet use

Use family safety software



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Talk with Your Kidsabout Online Risks

Talk frankly with your kidsabout Internet risks, including

Online criminals

Inappropriate contentInvasion of privacy

Empower them by teachingthem how their ownbehavior can reduce thoserisks and help to keep themsafe when they are online

Helpful online resourceswww.staysafe.org

www.getnetwise.org




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Pay Attention to WhatYour Kids Do Online

Keep the computer in acentral area

Get to know how your

kids use the Internet

Let your kids be theteacher

Teach kids to trust

their instincts Encourage them to

report any problems



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Keep Personal Information Private

Teach children to checkwith you before sharingpersonal information online

Monitor your childrensonline activities

Teach your children toreport suspicious activity

Help children chooseappropriate screen namesand e-mail addresses



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Set Clear Rules for Internet Use

Do not share files oropen attachments

Do not click links in e-mail

Treat others the wayyou want to be treated

Stand up for yourself

Respect other

peoples property Never go alone to meet an

Internet friend in person



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Use Family Safety Software

Available in WindowsVista

, Windows Live

OneCare

Family Safety,

Xbox 360

Helps parents managethe content their childrenview, what they do, and

who they communicatewith online



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How to Handle Problems

Contact police to report anythreat immediately

Report incidents to:

CyberTipline

800-843-5678www.cybertipline.com



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Practice Internet behavior that lowers

your riskManage your personal information carefully

Use technology to reduce nuisances,and raise the alarm when appropriate

Take Steps to Help Protect

Your Personal Information



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Practice Internet Behaviors thatHelp Reduce Your Risk

Delete spam, dont open it

Be on the lookout foronline scams

Use strong passwords



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Manage Personal InformationCarefully

Do not share personalinformation in e-mail orinstant messages

Use only secure andtrusted Web sites

Make sure you are whereyou think you are: Web

sites can be faked Avoid financial transactions

over wireless networks

When in public, stay private



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Use Anti-Phishing andAnti-Spam Technology

Most e-mail providersand programs, likeWindows Live Hotmail

and Microsoft Outlook

,filter most spam

Phishing Filter inInternet Explorer

7

helps to block and warnabout suspicious sites



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Get a copy of yourcredit report

and ensure your account is markedfraud alert and victims statement

If Your Identity is Stolen

Report it

Follow up in writing

Change all passwords Place fraud alert on credit reports



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How Does Microsoft Help ImproveSecurity and Safety?

By developing softwareproducts and tools thatincrease security andsafety, helping people

minimize their riskonline and makeinformed choices.

By partnering withnon-governmentalorganizations, othertechnology companies,

and governmentsworldwide to helpkeep people safe online.

By providing usefulguidance that helpspeople understandonline risks and what

actions they can take.

Partnership Technology Guidance



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For More Information


www.staysafe.org

www.getnetwise.org

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