Cyclope-Series
Cyclope Internet Filtering Proxy monitors the entire Internet audio and video) rules. Cyclope Internet Filtering Proxy is an Internet Filtering Software designed to optimize Internet secuirty
J.A. Korsmeyer, Inc
Extensible Messaging Platform a SPAM filtering firewall server application. Protects -launch viruses) and other objectionable content. Filters mail using complex contextual ... POP3 retrieval, comprehensive user-definable contextual filtering, content-based message routing and developer.
VTTECHS, Inc
SurfKeeper is Internet Filtering and Parental is also able to perform content filtering. In addition, it provides internet surfing activities and instant messaging.
I would use the cyclope series as there are effective. as is it filters all the content you are wanting filtered.
Monday, 28 April 2008
comparing different spam filters
SpamShield is a simple to use anti-spam software. From the installation right down to the customization of the features, Spam Shield is a good, strong product. The download, installation instructions and anti-spam software interface were very intuitive, which isn’t always the case. One really nice feature is that Spam Shield anti-spam software actually updates "spam definitions" similar to virus definitions and anti-virus software. So not only does Spam Shield allow you to customize, (point and click) what is spam but it also gives "definitions" so it helps you along the way.
SPAMfighter, there were plenty of things we liked. First of all, we enjoyed the real-time spam statistic function, which let us monitor what was going on in Microsoft Outlook.
There are also white and blacklist capabilities, so in the event that an important email or contact gets marked as 'spam,' you can change the settings so it won't occur again.
CA Anti-Spam software provides spam protection for multiple POP3 email accounts that are configured in Outlook as well as all Microsoft Exchange accounts. Its symbiotic relationship with Microsoft Outlook/Exchange provides optimal performance, with prompt access to all toolbar features. One of the best features we found during our review is that CA Anti-Spam software allows you to move your list of recognizable senders from on computer to another.
I would use CA anti-spam as its easiest to use and less complicated.
SPAMfighter, there were plenty of things we liked. First of all, we enjoyed the real-time spam statistic function, which let us monitor what was going on in Microsoft Outlook.
There are also white and blacklist capabilities, so in the event that an important email or contact gets marked as 'spam,' you can change the settings so it won't occur again.
CA Anti-Spam software provides spam protection for multiple POP3 email accounts that are configured in Outlook as well as all Microsoft Exchange accounts. Its symbiotic relationship with Microsoft Outlook/Exchange provides optimal performance, with prompt access to all toolbar features. One of the best features we found during our review is that CA Anti-Spam software allows you to move your list of recognizable senders from on computer to another.
I would use CA anti-spam as its easiest to use and less complicated.
comparing different spyware products
Spy sweeper, some of its features is Flawless detection and very good spyware removal abilities. Easy to use interface Live update that is frequently updated Quarantine feature which lets you isolate and restore spyware if needed Effective active protection that stops drive-by downloads and active x controls Useful spyware descriptions and threat assessment Windows 98 SE, 2000, Me or XP 300 MHz processor 20 MB hard drive space 64 MB RAM Supports Internet Explorer
Adware remover, some of its features is Effective tools for detecting and removing spyware System folder and full system scan. one click remove list, ignore list Backup feature that lets you save and isolate components for later deletion Start-up manager Spy watch protects you from spyware and aware in real-time BHO remover Spy Uninstaller keeps track of trial ware and shareware that harbour spyware and lets you uninstall them Windows 95, 98, Me, NT, 2000 or XP An internal DVD Rom player (any speed) At least 5 MB free space at HD Blank CD-R's (for recording) Intel CPU with 350 MHz and MMX, or AMD CPU with 450 MHz and 3Dnow! Or higher
I would use adware reomover as it it easier to use.
Adware remover, some of its features is Effective tools for detecting and removing spyware System folder and full system scan. one click remove list, ignore list Backup feature that lets you save and isolate components for later deletion Start-up manager Spy watch protects you from spyware and aware in real-time BHO remover Spy Uninstaller keeps track of trial ware and shareware that harbour spyware and lets you uninstall them Windows 95, 98, Me, NT, 2000 or XP An internal DVD Rom player (any speed) At least 5 MB free space at HD Blank CD-R's (for recording) Intel CPU with 350 MHz and MMX, or AMD CPU with 450 MHz and 3Dnow! Or higher
I would use adware reomover as it it easier to use.
different security suites
The two leading anti-virus software - Symantec (Norton) and McAfee - have for several years been adding value to their basic product by bundling it in suites with related security software. McAfee's latest offering in this field is Internet Security Suite, which works in four specific areas: anti-virus, firewall, privacy and anti-spam. I would use Norton as it’s the easier one to use.
Comparing different firewall products
ZoneAlarm Pro 7.0 the features of this are Firewall, popup ad blocker, identity theft protection, e-mail screening, spy site blocking, privacy protection, game mode. Can automatically configure firewall to allow popular programs to access the Internet. Leak test protection. Bundled anti-spyware application. I would not use this as it doesn’t run under windows vista.
Outpost Firewall Pro 6.0 the features of this are Firewall with spyware blocking and protection against identity theft and network attacks. Automatically configures and learns user behaviours. Quarantines dangerous e-mail attachments. Protects itself against disabling attempts. Can optionally block access to potentially malicious or unwanted websites based on a predefined list of URLs. Blocks ads. I would use this one as it runs under vista and previous windows.
Outpost Firewall Pro 6.0 the features of this are Firewall with spyware blocking and protection against identity theft and network attacks. Automatically configures and learns user behaviours. Quarantines dangerous e-mail attachments. Protects itself against disabling attempts. Can optionally block access to potentially malicious or unwanted websites based on a predefined list of URLs. Blocks ads. I would use this one as it runs under vista and previous windows.
Thursday, 24 April 2008
Mail bombing
A mail bomb is a form of denial of service attack. the idea is to flood someones system with more emails they can cope with. to avoid this make sure you have a spam fillitering software.
Back doors and rootkits
a backdoor is a way of accessing a computer wothout going through the normal access, It can be onstalled by a virus or sometime even by legitimate programs. a rootkit can be used to open a backdoor allowing hackers into a system. An example of a virus that installs a backdoor in the mydoom worm it was created to send junk mail from infected computers.
Copyright
The internet has created massive oppotunities for the violation of copyright. the internet provides text and graphics thus making it easier to cut and paste into their own documents. trying to pass someones elses work as your own is known as plagiarism.
The most files of affected of illegal copyright is music files and still and moving images. This is because a digital file can be easily copied and distributed anywhere in the world via the internet.
The most files of affected of illegal copyright is music files and still and moving images. This is because a digital file can be easily copied and distributed anywhere in the world via the internet.
Acceptable use policy is also sometimes acceptable usage policy is a set of rules applied by network and website owners which restrict the ways in which the network or site may be used. documents are written for corporations, businesses, universities, schools, and website owners often to reduce the potential for legal action that may be taken by a user, and often with little prospect of enforcement. protecting people who use the internet on a regular basis.
Drive-by Downloads
drive by downloads are programs that are automaticaly sent to your computer when you visit html email messages. the downloads happen without your consent and is a very common methos for spyware and adware to get onto your system.
to avoid this from happening is yo make sure your browser settings you are using are high enough to be able to detect unathorized downloads.
to avoid this from happening is yo make sure your browser settings you are using are high enough to be able to detect unathorized downloads.
Monday, 21 April 2008
Passwords
Passwords are there to protect you from indenty theft and hackers. If your password is strong it makes it harder for hackers to get into your personal details such as a your online bank account.
Strong passwrods contain letters and numbers and symbols ie Lisa123!£
weak passwords usuall contain either one ie lisa or 123
Strong passwrods contain letters and numbers and symbols ie Lisa123!£
weak passwords usuall contain either one ie lisa or 123
3 different anti virus packages
1. Kaspersky has a very clean and easy-to-use interface. The program is divided with three tabs- protection, settings and support. Within each tab, you can choose from several other functions. It only took eight minutes for us to scan an 80 GB Hard Drive. This anti-virus software is so fast you won't have to set aside hours to scan your computer or set it up to run at night. By default, Kaspersky updates their definitions on an hourly basis, which blows away the competition. This leaves a very small window for a virus to be created and infect your machine. Alternatively, you can configure the program so you can receive automatic updates or you can manually update your program. You can choose which files you would like Kaspersky to scan by simply right clicking on the file. You can even select a number of files to scan or just scan your entire computer. If the software detects a virus there are a number of things you can have the software do. It can just delete the file, notify you that it has found an infected file or log the information for later use. Kaspersky has all of the support you need. In My opinion this one is the best for first time users as it only takes 8 minutes to scan.
1. Bit Defender has covered all of the bases with BitDefender. This comprehensive product has an attractive, easy–to–use design that is consistent throughout the software and the manufacturer’s website. Because it is simple to use and updates itself automatically, you can install it on your system, then practically forget it’s there—an ideal solution for any user. BitDefender’s customizable settings make the program effective for a variety of users. For example, if you receive legitimate commercial email, you can set BitDefender’s spam filters to allow specific or all emails. The live update feature checks for product and virus definition updates at either a user–defined interval, manually or default (every hour). When you do a manual check for updates, you can decide which updates to install. When the software automatically checks for updates, it can update the files immediately or at a specified time that you can determine during setup. When you purchase BitDefender you also receive one year of virus signature and scan engine updates. The manufacturer offers qualified technical support live via the Internet and telephone. In my opinion this anti virus is best for more technical users as you can easily understand the customize options.
1. Norman Virus Control is more difficult to use because there is no central command centre where you can access all the features and components of the program. You have to right-click on the toolbar icon and navigate to the module you need, or choose one of the programs from the start menu. You can choose to get updates automatically at a set time, or you can manually update your program. To use Norman with Windows Vista you need to go to their website and download a free upgrade. The program comes with a helpful, context sensitive manual so you can easily get help for the area in which you're working. The company also provides phone and email support-they answered our email within 30 minutes. In my opinion I would not use this one as it is not all that easy to use as you don’t have a command screen where you can access the all the functions.
1. Bit Defender has covered all of the bases with BitDefender. This comprehensive product has an attractive, easy–to–use design that is consistent throughout the software and the manufacturer’s website. Because it is simple to use and updates itself automatically, you can install it on your system, then practically forget it’s there—an ideal solution for any user. BitDefender’s customizable settings make the program effective for a variety of users. For example, if you receive legitimate commercial email, you can set BitDefender’s spam filters to allow specific or all emails. The live update feature checks for product and virus definition updates at either a user–defined interval, manually or default (every hour). When you do a manual check for updates, you can decide which updates to install. When the software automatically checks for updates, it can update the files immediately or at a specified time that you can determine during setup. When you purchase BitDefender you also receive one year of virus signature and scan engine updates. The manufacturer offers qualified technical support live via the Internet and telephone. In my opinion this anti virus is best for more technical users as you can easily understand the customize options.
1. Norman Virus Control is more difficult to use because there is no central command centre where you can access all the features and components of the program. You have to right-click on the toolbar icon and navigate to the module you need, or choose one of the programs from the start menu. You can choose to get updates automatically at a set time, or you can manually update your program. To use Norman with Windows Vista you need to go to their website and download a free upgrade. The program comes with a helpful, context sensitive manual so you can easily get help for the area in which you're working. The company also provides phone and email support-they answered our email within 30 minutes. In my opinion I would not use this one as it is not all that easy to use as you don’t have a command screen where you can access the all the functions.
P2P
P2P file sharing is riddled with spyware, virusis and adware.
downlaoded files are faulty do not works as the are meant too.
Users of downloaded software are not able to obtain support from microsoft unless they produce a copy of XP that is geniuine
there are now a number of legal sites including apple's intunes and mp3.com these sites aloow you to buy single tracks or full albums. although you can download some for free www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/
downlaoded files are faulty do not works as the are meant too.
Users of downloaded software are not able to obtain support from microsoft unless they produce a copy of XP that is geniuine
there are now a number of legal sites including apple's intunes and mp3.com these sites aloow you to buy single tracks or full albums. although you can download some for free www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/
Back up/Restore
A very inportant concept in security is back up. In other words maing a copy of important files many will store them in the hard drive but others choose to use cds, dvd and a sperate data storage ie pen drives.
some operating systems have the facitlty to take a snapshot. The smapshot can be used to restore the computer at this paticular snapshot if something was to go wrong. the snapshot is called a restore point.
some operating systems have the facitlty to take a snapshot. The smapshot can be used to restore the computer at this paticular snapshot if something was to go wrong. the snapshot is called a restore point.
Proxy Servers
Proxy servers is when you give permission to take your place or do somthing for you.
the proxy server is set up by a systems administrator as a gateway between trusted and non trusted networks.
Proxy Servers can be used in different ways. They can be used to restrict user access to web sites, http://www.ciao.co.uk/Servers_5220770_4-proxy_server sometimes the proxy server are included in the security suites. i would go with this as seperate proxy servers can cost a lot of money.
the proxy server is set up by a systems administrator as a gateway between trusted and non trusted networks.
Proxy Servers can be used in different ways. They can be used to restrict user access to web sites, http://www.ciao.co.uk/Servers_5220770_4-proxy_server sometimes the proxy server are included in the security suites. i would go with this as seperate proxy servers can cost a lot of money.
Firewall
Firewall is a recommended form of internet defence it is also recommended that you keep this and your anti virus up to date as the updated versions can guard you from updated virusis
Avoiding threats
threats can come from e-mails, web sites and programs. Most of activites online expose your computer to virus's and someitmes offline.
Delete any unfamilar emails, never give out personal details such as name, address and user names/passwords.
Delete any unfamilar emails, never give out personal details such as name, address and user names/passwords.
Content filtering
Content filtering is a special software that monitor screen and prevent access by users to web sites or e-maill that fails to meet the security Content filtering software works by checking the information, eg: URL, typed in by a user against an exclusion list. This list could also contain words that would be blocked if the user tries to enter them.
some of the software are baracuda, net nanny and cybersitter.
some of the software are baracuda, net nanny and cybersitter.
Phishing
phishing is an attempt to criminally and fraudulently acquire sensitive information, such as usernames, passwords and credit card details, by masquerading as a trustworthy entity in an electronic communication.
eBay, PayPal and online banks are common targets. Phishing is typically carried out by email or instant messaging and often directs users to enter details at a website, although phone contact has also been used.Phishing is an example of social engineering techniques used to fool users.Attempts to deal with the growing number of reported phishing incidents include legislation, user training, public awareness, and technical measures.
To avoid this happening you must never give out personal details and delete any unfamiliar emails.
eBay, PayPal and online banks are common targets. Phishing is typically carried out by email or instant messaging and often directs users to enter details at a website, although phone contact has also been used.Phishing is an example of social engineering techniques used to fool users.Attempts to deal with the growing number of reported phishing incidents include legislation, user training, public awareness, and technical measures.
To avoid this happening you must never give out personal details and delete any unfamiliar emails.
Monday, 24 March 2008
Identity Theft
Identity Theft is when people can steal your identity through information about yourself. This can include bank statements, letters, phone numbers and even junk mail.
A person who is a victim of ID theft can have money taken out of there current bank account, loans taken out on their names and items ordered through credit cards they could have even made in your name.
To avoid this always discard of letters properly, never answer an email that asks you about your bank details and always be caustious when applying for things online.
A person who is a victim of ID theft can have money taken out of there current bank account, loans taken out on their names and items ordered through credit cards they could have even made in your name.
To avoid this always discard of letters properly, never answer an email that asks you about your bank details and always be caustious when applying for things online.
Monday, 10 March 2008
Cyber Bullying
Cyberbullying is similar to physical bullying with the difference being that Internet services are used to carry out the attacks.
To prevent cyberbullying
you could not do it youreself
change user id of nickname
Report it to the people who run the website or if its really serious to the police
Save any text messages or emails you receive
don't reply to anyone who is trying to bully you as it can make it worse
To prevent cyberbullying
you could not do it youreself
change user id of nickname
Report it to the people who run the website or if its really serious to the police
Save any text messages or emails you receive
don't reply to anyone who is trying to bully you as it can make it worse
Gromming
Gromming is when people in chat rooms look for vunerable young people to influence into meeting up and taking adavantage of them.
To prevent this from happening parents could have the computer in the living so that they can check on what the child is upto.
They could also have a talk with children to let them know about the dangers of the the internet and chat rooms like giving out personal information and to always be cautious when involving the inernet.
If the child is confident about meetin up with a person they have spoken to over the inernet they could take a friend with them or let there parents know where exactly they are going to.
To prevent this from happening parents could have the computer in the living so that they can check on what the child is upto.
They could also have a talk with children to let them know about the dangers of the the internet and chat rooms like giving out personal information and to always be cautious when involving the inernet.
If the child is confident about meetin up with a person they have spoken to over the inernet they could take a friend with them or let there parents know where exactly they are going to.
Monday, 3 March 2008
rougue diallers
Rougue diallers Rogue Diallers are pieces of software secretly placed on your computer by some of the nastier people who use the internet.
When you connect to the internet, these diallers quietly disconnect you and dial a premium-rate phone number instead.
So when you think you are connected to the internet as usual, you are in fact running up mammoth telephone bills on your account.
When you connect to the internet, these diallers quietly disconnect you and dial a premium-rate phone number instead.
So when you think you are connected to the internet as usual, you are in fact running up mammoth telephone bills on your account.
Keyloggers
keylogging is a method of capturing and recording user keystrokes. Keylogging can be useful to determine sources of errors in computer systems, to study how users interact with systems, and is sometimes used to measure employee productivity on certain clerical tasks.
Adware
Adware software is any software package which automatically plays, displays, or downloads advertising material to a computer after the software is installed on it or while the application is being used. Some types of adware are also spyware and can be classified as privacy-invasive software.
Spyware
Spyware is computer software that is installed surreptitiously on a personal computer to intercept or take partial control over the user's interaction with the computer, without the user's informed consent.
Malware
Malware is software designed to infiltrate or damage a computer system without the owner's informed consent. It is a portmanteau of the words "malicious" and "software". The expression is a general term used by computer professionals to mean a variety of forms of hostile, intrusive, or annoying software or program code.
Viruses
File infector viruses infect program files such as games and applications. The Jerusalem virus runs in ms-dos which was first detected in October 1987. The actual virus becomes memory resident taking 2 kb of memory. the virus deletes every program file that was executed.
Boot sector viruses attach themselves to this program and execute when the computer tries to start up from an infected disk. The Michelangelo virus was first discovered in 1991 in New Zealand. It infects Ms-dos systems and remains dormant until March 6 the birthday of the artist Michelangelo.
Multi-partite or polypeptide viruses: these infect both boot records and program files and are very difficult to repair as the virus code must be removed from both locations. The tequila virus was designed by two brothers in Switzerland, the virus will infect the motherboard so the next time the computer is booted the virus will be active in the memory.
Macro viruses: these infect data files, such as Word documents or Excel spreadsheets, rather than programs. They are very common and can be difficult and expensive to repair. One of the Marco viruses is the wm.consept
When your computer is infected it will come up with a message saying your files will be deleted in 24hours have a nice day you fool!
Boot sector viruses attach themselves to this program and execute when the computer tries to start up from an infected disk. The Michelangelo virus was first discovered in 1991 in New Zealand. It infects Ms-dos systems and remains dormant until March 6 the birthday of the artist Michelangelo.
Multi-partite or polypeptide viruses: these infect both boot records and program files and are very difficult to repair as the virus code must be removed from both locations. The tequila virus was designed by two brothers in Switzerland, the virus will infect the motherboard so the next time the computer is booted the virus will be active in the memory.
Macro viruses: these infect data files, such as Word documents or Excel spreadsheets, rather than programs. They are very common and can be difficult and expensive to repair. One of the Marco viruses is the wm.consept
When your computer is infected it will come up with a message saying your files will be deleted in 24hours have a nice day you fool!
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