Harry Waldron - Corporate IT Security

The FTC has recently enhanced it's OnGuard Online site to provide practical tips that help users in guarding their privacy and staying safe while using the Internet. It provides a comprehensive and good list of safety practices.

FTC revamps education site
http://sunbeltblog.blogspot.com/2008/09/ftc-revamps-education-site.html

QUOTE: A just-released Web 2.0 redesign allows users to grab and embed games and videos, search for topics on the site, take a “show of hands” poll, and have a more interactive experience while getting useful tips and information about computer security.

FTC Home
http://www.ftc.gov/

FTC OnGuard Online Home Page
http://www.onguardonline.gov/Default.aspx

FTC Security Topics
http://www.onguardonline.gov/topics/overview.aspx

Comprehensive list of Topics Covered
-- Overview of Computer Security
-- Cross-Border Scams
-- Email Scams
-- Identity Theft
-- Internet Auctions
-- Laptop Security
-- Malware
-- Online Investing
-- Online Shopping
-- P2P Security
-- Phishing
-- Social Networking Sites
-- Spyware
-- VoIP
-- Wireless Security

Stop • Think • Click: An Overview of Computer Security
http://www.onguardonline.gov/topics/computer-security.aspx

Seven Major Practices for Computer Security
1. Protect your personal information. It's valuable.
2. Know who you're dealing with.
3. Use security software that updates automatically.
4. Keep your operating system and Web browser up-to-date, and learn about their security features.
5. Keep your passwords safe, secure, and strong.
6. Back up important files.
7. Learn what to do in an emergency.

Phishing Scam Videos
http://www.onguardonline.gov/videos/overview.aspx