Is my computer safe from hackers / viruses while I’m connected through DSL?
People who make the jump to broadband often leave themselves open to online prowlers, hackers and identity thieves. In the old days, a computer with weak security was vulnerable only during the short periods it was on the Net. But with “Always On” broadband service, it’s like leaving a door wide open around the clock. So how do you protect yourself? The solution is to develop safe Net habits: Don’t open attachments you aren’t expecting, especially when they come from people you don’t know. Use anti-virus software and install a firewall on your computer, especially if you have a broadband connection. A firewall keeps the Internet from peeking into your computer and your computer from reaching out to the Internet. You decide which programs, such as your e-mail package, get free access. Among the personal firewalls available are Black Ice Defender, Norton Personal Firewall, Jammer and ZoneAlarm, and for the Mac, DoorStop. Another solution would be to ask about our Business DSL products wi
