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	from Tony Bradley, CISSP-ISSAP As the kids head back to school, they will probably also be using computers more often. They may use them just for school, but older kids, teens, and college students tend to rely on them for social networking, entertainment and more as well. Take a look at some of the articles linked in the Back To School post below to make sure your children (and you) are using your computer and these other services securely.
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Back To School It is that time of year again. The kids are bored. The parents are going insane. The vacation budget coffers are empty. That must mean that the lazy, hazy days of summer are over and it is time to go back to school. As the kids head back to school, whether elementary, high school, or even college, they will undoubtedly be using computers more often. It may be for homework...read more             More Topics Security Basics For Home Computing Security 101 Achieving CISSP Certification How Can I Protect My Microsoft Office Files? How Can I Keep My Computer Patched and Up to Date? Undo Malware With System Restore Vista Sidebar Security Gadgets New Sony 'Rootkit' Found on USB Flash Drive F-Secure reported on their blog that they have discovered new rootkit-like software installed on systems using the Sony MicroVault USB flash drive fingerprint reading software. The USB drive uses fingerprint scanning as a biometric security measure to authenticate the user before allowing access to the data. Including some measure of security on the USB...read more   A 'Storm' Is Brewing At YouTube Playing off of the epidemic popularity of the video clip site YouTube, creators of the "Storm" worm have altered their tactics for the latest Storm variants. Storm is now spreading masquerading as an invitation to click on a link to a YouTube...read more     Sponsored Links   Help for Busy Moms Help for Busy Moms Get help for handling those busy days. From planning meals to having fun in the great outdoors, find tips for helping your kids grow and thrive. Learn more

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