Data Doctors Radio Program
Is that New Computer Secure?
Along with improved performance, better software and a warranty, we naturally expect a new computer to be hardened against the latest security threats. In actuality, the exact opposite may be the case if you are not careful. A computer is not just a commodity anymore, it’s a doorway to millions of different places around the world; so don’t get online with that new computer without the proper security measures in place.
Tune in this week as Ken and Brandon explain what to look for in a new PC and what to do before you take it for a spin on the Web.
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Original Air Date: Nov 19, 2005
This Week's Links
- Is that new system secure?
- Before you connect a new PC to the Internet
- New Computer Security Checklist
- New Computer Basic Buying Tips
- Computer memory - what is the difference?
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