Our Learning Centre covers the most important areas you need ever associate with your computer, namely Internet Security

The Internet Security preventatives discussed will be used as a guide to help you combat the new Internet threats we are all subjected to on a daily basis. It is imperative we learn to resolve these issues in a timely and efficient manner in order to minimise the numerous violations we are all subjected to when browsing the Internet. Their relevance will make us rethink the risks associated when using the Internet and with the aid of this article will make us look beneath the surface for hidden agendas.

Lets focus on the "latest" methods by which unscrupulous third parties obtain information about us each time we access the web.

We will discuss and cover the 4 "preventatives" required by all Internet Users to ensure our personal information is safe and not being disclosed.

Here's a list of the 4 Security preventatives discussed in these articles, so you can quickly determine if you're using the following software and whether or not you're at risk. The requirements below are for all Internet users.

These 4 preventatives work in conjunction with one another, so if your computer doesn't have all of the above you've got a problem!

1. A safe Adware/Spyware Remover program

2. A recommended Pop-up Stopper - to stop advertisements being viewed on our screens. You will learn that these advertisements invariably contain spyware programs.

3. An up-to-date Virus Checker

4. A rated Firewall - a preventative shield that protects your computer from being "hacked" (broken into) from a remote location (An individual transfixed on viewing/using our private details).

The first new words we need to associate with Internet Security are Adware and Spyware programs. A method by which companies advertise on the web and gain access to our information.

These alone will render our computer unusable?

Yes Unusable!, The clock is ticking.

Next - What is adware ?

[01-10-04] CNET NEWS -	[12-02-04] ZDNET NEWS-	[15-06-04] USA Today
Bill Gates acknowledges spyware and plans to develop an anti-spyware software. Release date unknown.	Anti-spyware 'deceiving consumers'	PC makers jump into fight against viruses, spyware