|
PSMail Quick Tip: A firewall is your first line of defense when surfing the Internet. However, do you know how to use it? Click Read More for more information.
One type of hacker-attack uses programs that roam the Internet searching for vulnerable computers to exploit. The programs send a piece of information to an IP address of a computer to see if it "replies." Unprotected computers reply to the hacker program, letting it know it has a potential target. It's a bit like a criminal calling to see if you are home before trying to break in.
FIREWALLs only permit replies when you have initiated the contact. Windows XP and some routers comes with FireWall protection. Take some time to fully understand and configure your system's FireWall. Contact your software publisher or your Internet Service Provider to make sure you are protected.
PSMail offers consulting services in Secure Computing Technologies. Contact us for more information. |
