Netro Support: Security Resources

Overview
The Internet by nature is an insecure network, to ensure you get the
best experience from your Internet service, we recommend that you
implement some security measures to protect your system, such as
the installation of the latest security patches, firewall, anti spyware
and anti-virus


Four step security guide:

1. Software updates
Install the latest updates:
Microsoft Windows Update
Microsoft Office Update
Free Windows XP Service Pack 2 CD

2. Personal Firewall
If using Microsoft XP Service Pack 2, make sure the built in Firewall is enabled.
(Control Panel, Security Centre, Firewall)
For older operating systems such as Windows 2000 visit Firewall Guide
eg Kerio or ZoneAlarm

3. Spyware Blocker
Ensure you install the latest spyware updates.
- Spybot Search & Destroy
- Defender

4. Anti Virus
Ensure you Install the latest anti virus updates.
Netro Support: Anti Virus Resources
- Microsoft Malicious Software Removal Tool - Scans for over 50 malicious viruses
- Microsoft Windows Live OneCare Safety Scanner - Web based Anti Virus & Spyware Scanner
- AVG (personal use)

Network
Netro may restrict access to some services on some address ranges
to reduce the risk of Intrusion to our network.
 

Security Tools
Microsoft Baseline Security Analyzer
HijackThis
Security Task Manager

Links
Microsoft Security
Redhat Errata

AusCERT: Protecting Your PC

Safety
NetAlert: Protecting Families Online
Stay Smart Online
ASIC: FIDO

Updated Dec 06