An Approach to Safer Browsing @ techFEAR

Vikingod · Feb 14, 2006, 01:45 AM

The Internet is littered with security vulnerabilities and systems that have fallen victim to security problems. The number of Internet users continues to grow and the amount of people having access to faster broadband connections should bring safety and security to the forefront.

Unfortunately, too many users ignore warning signs. Some may rapidly click the OK button when faced with an application installation dialog box without taking time to read what is being installed. This can result in unwanted applications that on one hand can slow browsing to a crawl, but on the other hand could be allowing the installation of adware, spyware, or a virus. Browsers with multiple toolbars are a good example of this type of rapid-click action.
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Feb 14, 2006, 01:45 AM	#1
Vikingod Int'l Fish Liaison Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: By the light of lamp I sit and type... Posts: 16,197 Rep Power: 112 System Specs	An Approach to Safer Browsing @ techFEAR The Internet is littered with security vulnerabilities and systems that have fallen victim to security problems. The number of Internet users continues to grow and the amount of people having access to faster broadband connections should bring safety and security to the forefront. Unfortunately, too many users ignore warning signs. Some may rapidly click the OK button when faced with an application installation dialog box without taking time to read what is being installed. This can result in unwanted applications that on one hand can slow browsing to a crawl, but on the other hand could be allowing the installation of adware, spyware, or a virus. Browsers with multiple toolbars are a good example of this type of rapid-click action. __________ Read More / Source: techFEAR