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Beware: Internet Attack Overview
 Overview of Internet attacks on Individuals

Here are the most common Internet based attacks directed toward the individual PC user. Click on the description link below for a full explanation.

Key Logging

Is someone "watching" your keyboard?

Phishing

Don't get hooked by SCAMers.  Know what to look for.

Pharming

Do you know if this is the REAL website?

On-line Fraud  

An overview of how crooks are stealing YOUR money.

Viruses

What are they?  How do I get them?  How do I get rid of them?

Vishing

Is the person calling for real?  The Caller ID is good, but are they?

Here are a few things you can do to protect yourself.

PC Protection

How should you protect your PC?

Secure Passwords

What makes a password secure - and why?

Secure Transactions

How to know you're safe when using websites.

Wireless Security

Do you know who may be "listening in" on your web traffic?