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Home Computer Security Awareness
Home computer security is often a neglected area of security. In the Fall of 2004, with funding from the ACM CREU Collaborative Research Experience for Undergraduates in Science and Engineering program, a project on home computer security was started. The goal of the project was to enhance the public's understanding...
Tags: Computer Security, Home PC, Home Computer Security, Desktops, Security, Viruses And Worms, Hardware
White papers 2006-10-13

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Networking
How do i connect to my computer at home from computer at work?Through a VPN [i]Virtual Private Network[/i]Though there are a few things to think about first. The most important thing to consider is that you need at the very least the same security on your Home Computer as on...
Tags: computer, home PC, ksandy, VPN
Discussion threads 2007-02-26
Adaptive Home Logic (exe)
Adaptive Home Logic is an advanced, highly flexible, easy to use home automation / remote access application that can seamlessly coordinate and control home lighting, HVAC, security and home theatre systems from your Windows XP computer. Version 2 includes unspecified updates.
Tags: Adaptive Home Logic, Remote Access, Telecommunications, Construction
Software downloads 2008-01-11
Local Security Settings - Access this..
Local Security Settings - Access this computer from the networkI have a problem getting the Local Security Settings - Access this computer from the network to persist. As a result, the computer's shares are only available for a short while - the setting eventually gets 'blanked out'. I log into...
Tags: Access This, computer, Local, Local Security, Local Security Settings, Microsoft Access, network, smithj45@...
Q&A 2006-07-28
Home network setup
I have just added a new computer to my home. It is on the second level of my home and my main computer is upstairs with the modem and router. I have a wireless access point on the computer downstairs but it is still not accessing the internet....
Tags: braesma@..., computer, home network, network, networking, router, wireless
Discussion threads 2006-12-29
Technical Brief for Home Computer Backup and Restore
Windows Home Server automatically backups home computers to the home server and allow to easily restore the entire computer or an individual file or folder to a previous point in time. The Windows Home Server Backup solution backs up only the data that has not already been backed up. Even...
Tags: Home PC, Computer, Home Server, Backups, Desktops, Productivity, Hardware
White papers 2007-11-01
Wireless Security and Monitoring for the Home Network
Home wireless users and security professionals the world over are conceptually trying to solve similar problems. They both need to find a way to provide a secure working environment. The first part of this document will briefly review the basic home access point security mechanisms, and their weaknesses. The second...
Tags: Network, Home Network, Monitoring, SANS Institute, Wireless Security, Wi-Fi, Wireless, Security
White papers 2003-08-21
NetTrooper (exe)
With Sereniti's NetTrooper, you'll simplify home computing while protecting your identity and your online security. NetTrooper provides network discovery and mapping of all of the computers in the home. It offers automation for repairing connectivity issues, easy printer, and file sharing, management of wireless routers, and security alerts to protect...
Tags: Network, NetTrooper, Networking, Security
Software downloads 2007-01-09
VPN Problem
I am having problem connecting to my company network from home using VPN. By the way I am a newbie. Here are the scenarios: (1) The company has a wireless modem and a wireless WRT54G Linksys Router which a desktop pc is connected(2) At home I have a wireless...
Tags: canaan51@..., Home System, VPN, feedback, windows, security, software, career, it management, project management, linux, hardware, networking, programming, e-mail, off-topic, wireless
Discussion threads 2007-02-18
Received computer for home to keep home...can't log on
I received computer for my home use and altered passwords so i did not have to use them when I logged on....UNFORUNATELY I lock myself out and no longer can get it to the computer.when I boot up I do not know what password to useHELP PLEASEMore info...
Tags: PRODUCTIVITY, bianca8@..., password, computer, More Info
Discussion threads 2007-06-17
Are Usability and Security Two Opposite Directions in Computer Systems?
Instinct tells us that computer security and computer usability are inversely proportional to each other. In other words, the tougher and stricter the security is, the less usability there is, and vice versa. However, there have been plenty of cases where both computer security and computer usability went hand in...
Tags: Instinct, Computer, Productivity, Security
White papers 2004-10-30
Secure your small office or home wireless network
Wireless networks represent one of the greatest advances in networking in recent years, particularly for small office or home users who want to share their Internet connection without having to run network cabling through the floors and walls. Unfortunately, if not properly secured, wireless networks also represent an...
Tags: Security, Network, Small Office, Wireless Network, Wi-Fi, Wireless
Book chapters 2007-01-30
Knowing the superficial side of security is important, too
Maybe you're a sole proprietor or a home computer user, answerable to nobody but yourself for security policy. If you have to answer to others, though, you need to know more than good security practice; you also need to know the good, bad, and ugly of industry best practices. by...
Tags: Industry, Management, Industry Best Practice, Security, Chad Perrin
Blog posts 2008-06-27
Win XP Home IE 7 Security Nag
I recently re-installed XP Media Edition. In the past, I was able to use gpedit.msc to stop the IE 7 security "nag" that appears on the top of every page by using this tip:... it is possible to disable it using Group Policy (gpedit.msc). Navigate to Local Computer Policy...
Tags: Web browsers, Microsoft Windows, harland41@..., Microsoft Internet Explorer, security, Windows Components, Microsoft Windows XP
Discussion threads 2007-04-05
Help me! shockwave problems.
Hi , i install shokcwave but when i acess the shockwave game it says i havnt installed it , Help.Im running on a windows XPHome or office?Is this a home computer? If so make sure your internet explorer security settings are set to medium, that is the default. Because if...
Tags: beano_rules@..., computer
Discussion threads 2006-09-30
Spyware Terminator with Antivirus (exe)
Spyware Terminator is a complete solution for your home and office computer security, combining free antispyware and antivirus protection. By integrating ClamAV antivirus, you receive 100% free real-time antispyware and antivirus protection including the advanced security feature HIPS Host Intrusion Protection System offering all you need to protect your computer...
Tags: Antivirus, Malware, Computer, Spyware Terminator, Spyware, Adware & Malware, Cyberthreats, Spyware, Viruses And Worms, Security
Software downloads 2008-07-28
VPN Help from my home computer
I have VPN access set up to access my work desktop from any other computer. I am able to log in from multiple other computers.However, I cannot log in from home. I have a Dell running WindowsXP. I have disabled all security and pop up blockers. I receive this error...
Tags: VPNs, Network security, TELECOMMUNICATIONS, NETWORKING, SECURITY, home PC, ganell.dunn@..., VPN, computer
Discussion threads 2007-04-08
HomeSeer HS2 (exe)
This advanced home automation and remote access software package works with a wide variety of hardware (Z-Wave, INSTEON, X10, UPB, and Lutron). If you want to automate your home and dont want to spend a fortune, this is the system for you. HomeSeer is designed to control home lighting, security,...
Tags: Home, HomeSeer Technologies, HomeSeer, Remote Access, Telecommunications, Pocket PC, PDAs, Modems, Productivity, Handhelds, Hardware, Components
Software downloads 2007-11-26
SecuritynAlarm Toolbar (exe)
SecuritynAlarm.com Toolbar for Windows - Instant Access to Online Home Security Information. Links to Home Security News, Security and Alarm Products and more. Easy to Use and Install for anyone needing quick access to security information. This version is the first release on CNET Download.com.
Tags: VVC Products, Security
Software downloads 2008-06-20
Work-at-Home Mom Trusts McAfee to Protect Her Family
Lori Hoffman, a married 36-year-old stay-at-home mom in Tampa, Florida, works part time from home in the insurance field. Lori Hoffman is like many PC users these days: Her home system runs personal applications but, increasingly, it also contains confidential business information that requires protection from probing eyes. She's been...
Tags: McAfee Inc., Lori Hoffman, Tools & Techniques, Security, Viruses And Worms, Management
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