Wiley - PC Magazine Windows Vista Security Solutions

• Table of Contents
• Back Cover
• PC Magazine Windows Vista Security Solutions
• Introduction
• Part I: Getting Down to the Business of Securing Windows Vista
  • Chapter 1: A Short Introduction to Securing Windows Vista
    • The Five Golden Rules of Windows Security
    • The Security Map
    • Summary
  • Chapter 2: Implementing User Accounts and Logon Security
    • Creating User Accounts
    • Managing User Accounts
    • User Account Control and the Run As Command
    • Summary
  • Chapter 3: Implementing Password Security
    • Windows Vista Passwords
    • Implementing Password and Account Lockout Policies
    • Storing Passwords Securely
    • Implementing Additional Password Security Options
    • Summary
  • Chapter 4: Using Built-in Tools and Settings to Improve Windows Vista Security
    • Reviewing the Security Event Log
    • Using Windows Security Center
    • Configuring Local Security and Policy Settings
    • Summary
• Part II: Making Surfing Safer
  • Chapter 5: Securing Your Web Browser
    • Securing Internet Explorer
    • Using Other Web Browsers
    • Summary
  • Chapter 6: Implementing Parental Controls
    • Keeping Children Safe Online
    • Restricting Internet Access Using Parental Controls
    • Using Content Filtering in Business Environments
    • Summary
• Part III: Protecting Windows Vista Against Internet Threats
  • Chapter 7: Protecting Windows Vista with a Firewall
    • Understanding the Role of a Firewall
    • Configuring Windows Firewall
    • Using Windows Firewall with Advanced Security
    • Implementing Third-Party Firewall Software
    • Testing Your Firewall
    • Summary
  • Chapter 8: Keeping Windows Vista Patched and Protected
    • Windows Vista Update Options
    • Patching Beyond Vista
    • Summary
  • Chapter 9: Protecting Against Viruses
    • Understanding Viruses
    • Protecting Against Viruses
    • Removing Viruses
    • Summary
  • Chapter 10: Fighting Malware-Protecting Against Spyware, Adware, and Browser Hijackers
    • Protecting Against Malware
    • Removing Malware
    • Summary
• Part IV: Messaging Your Way to E-mail Security
  • Chapter 11: The Dark Side of Spam
    • Understanding Spam
    • Fighting Spam
    • Summary
  • Chapter 12: Securing E-mail Messages Using Encryption and Digital Signatures
    • The Need for E-mail Security
    • Secure E-mail Components
    • How Secure E-mail Works
    • Obtaining, Installing, and Managing Digital Certificates
    • Signing and Encrypting E-mail Messages
    • Secure E-mail Alternatives
    • Summary
• Part V: Protecting Your Files
  • Chapter 13: Controlling Access to Your Personal Files
    • Using Personal and Public Folders
    • Configuring File and Folder Security Settings Manually
    • Summary
  • Chapter 14: Improving File Security Using Encryption
    • Protecting Files with EFS
    • Using a Third-Party Encryption Solution
    • Summary
  • Chapter 15: Erasing Files and Hard Drives Securely
    • Erasing Files Securely
    • Covering Your Internet Tracks
    • Erasing Hard Drives Securely
    • Summary
• Part VI: Securing Your Home Network
  • Chapter 16: Securing Shared Folders and Printers
    • Sharing Network Resources
    • Sharing and Securing Folders
    • Connecting to Shared Folders
    • Sharing and Securing Printers
    • Summary
  • Chapter 17: Securing Windows Vista on Wireless Networks
    • Securing Wireless Access Points
    • Limiting Access to Wireless Networks
    • Securing Wireless Network Traffic with Encryption
    • Summary
• Part VII: Appendixes
  • Appendix A: Reinstalling Windows Vista
    • Installing Windows Vista
    • Post-Installation Tasks
  • Appendix B: Helpful Windows Vista Security Web Sites
    • Windows Help and Support Page
    • Microsoft Security Home Page
    • TechNet Security Home Page
    • Windows Vista Security and Protection
    • Windows Vista Community
    • PC Magazine Security Watch
    • The Elder Geek on Windows Vista
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