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Is my PC safe to send personal information over the Web
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Security and your PC:
Computer Security - the Net Basics and more
Privacy, security and your web browser:
Microsoft - Internet Explorer 6 Security and Privacy Essentials
Firefox and Mozilla browsers – Security Center
Opera Browser – Security and Privacy in Opera
Safari (Apple Mac) – Safari 4 Features (then click on "security and privacy" to find out about setting security preferences).
These links all point to external websites. OPC is not responsible for external websites or the information they contain.)
Viruses, Trojans, and worms borne by e-mail, from malicious websites, or downloaded with software, make it essential that you keep your PC clear of infection. Viruses, spyware, bots and Trojans may steal information stored on your PC, or intercept online communications.
Privacy pointers
- Your PC must be safe to use before sending personal details over the web.
- Check that web browser software is up to date.
- Install software that checks for virus, spyware and other infections.
- Install a firewall to control illicit access to your PC from the Internet.
- Check that software security patches are up-to-date and subscribe to regular updates.