With the increase in viruses, security flaws, and number of people using broadband internet connections, securing your home computer is becoming increasingly important. The Department of Medicine has created some documents to aide you in keeping your home Windows computer safe and secure. Please note, these topics are for your home usage only, as all of these things are already being addressed on your office computer.

1. Antivirus - find out how to install the department-licensed Symantec Antivirus on your home computer
2. Firewalls - look into the different types of firewalls that can protect your computer from outside intruders
3. Critical Updates - learn how to keep your computer up-to-date with operating system patches and updates
4. Spyware - read about installing different programs on your computer to scan for spyware and other malicious software running in the background
5. Security Best Practices - discover tips and hints on passwords, SPAM or junk email, and backing up important data.
6. Unsolicited Email - learn more about unsolicited email (spam) and why you receive it.