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Windows Minimum Configuration

This list is not inclusive, but what we consider the best protection for an average home computer. Deep thought needs to be given into how secure your computer needs to be. If you access sensitive information, or have a high profile, you may need more security.

Also, applying too much security could be overly restrictive and render your system frustrating, or useless for your needs.

New computer threats and exploits are being invented and created everyday which makes security a constant concern. You need to be constantly aware of your systems protections and vulnerabilities.

An average home internet computer should have-

One software firewall
One software antivirus program
At least two anti-spy ware programs
You should manually update your programs at least weekly.
Automatic updates should be activated for windows and your security programs if you cannot update your programs on a regular schedule.

If you are using a wireless home network-

Use at least WEP encryption, WPA is better.

If you have confidential information on your computer consider encrypting those files
For Windows XP

Set a User account for normal computer work.
Only use your Administrator account for performing administrator duties.
Consider only using Internet Explorer for web sites that you know and trust. Try a less popular browser for general web surfing that may place you in contact with bad web-sites.

Turn all unnecessary services off, and disable most unused service ports.

SD Computer Security Specialists,

www.skompit.com helpme@compsec-specialists.com