The Home and Home Office Computer Security center
The home computer security center provides information and recommendations so you can make the right choices for reducing the odds your computer is breached or you become a victim of identity theft.
Included are tips on antivirus, antispyware, email, spamming, pharming, phishing, passwords, privacy, paper shredders, firewalls, and wireless security.
Tips and Articles
- Home and home office computer security
- Identity theft prevention - credit cards, social security numbers, much more
- Everyday privacy - junk mail, telemarketers, and around the house
- Computer maintenance - good computer maintenance tips
Also see our current software and hardware
recommendations (updated)
Additions and Updates
- Additional Security Options - reduce the chances of someone stealing your login credentials
- 10 Tips on Using a Public Computer (updated)
- Home Paper Shredder - updated our recommendation
- Email Address Harvest - where do spammers get my email address?
- Software Firewalls - updated recommendation
- Safe Teen Blogging - tips on keeping a safe teen blog environment
- Phishing scams - updated. Very big problem these days
- Prepare for Disaster - don't get caught by surprise
- 10 Tips on Using a Public Computer - lessen your risk
- Choosing a Good Password - updated