Computer Security - Ocean Bluff Computer

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Transcript Computer Security - Ocean Bluff Computer

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Keys to security
Email & website
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[email protected]
 www.oceanbluffcomputer.com
 Answer question via email
Ron McGrath - Ocean Bluff Computer 781-249-3606
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Key to security
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Windows Update
 Updated Antivirus
 Web & Email use
 Strong passwords
 Application Update
Ron McGrath - Ocean Bluff Computer 781-249-3606
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Windows Update
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Set automatic update on
 Microsoft Security Center or security status
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View history to check for successful install
Updated Antivirus
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Brand does not matter
 Most use color indicator or check symbol
Ron McGrath - Ocean Bluff Computer 781-249-3606
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Web
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Secured sight address start with https
 Green indicator – display credentials
 Where are you really going
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Email use
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Beware of all email no matter the source
 Especially forwards
 Anyone can steel a logo
 To good to be true or desperate claim
 Unsolicited telephone Support call
Ron McGrath - Ocean Bluff Computer 781-249-3606
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Strong passwords
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Length of 7 or 8 - not kids names
 Mix number and letters plus Upper/Lower case
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Application Update
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Java
 Adobe Flash Player
 Adobe Reader
Ron McGrath - Ocean Bluff Computer 781-249-3606
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Key to security
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Windows Update
 Updated Antivirus
 Web & Email use
 Strong passwords
 Application Update
www.oceanbluffcomputer.com
Ron McGrath - Ocean Bluff Computer 781-249-3606