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Class Plan

 

http://cybercoyote.org/security/plan.shtml

 

  1. Introduction to Online Security
    1. Nature of security [us-cert.gov]
      1. TCP/IP -- the Internet
      2. Firewalls vs viruses (ports 25,110 & 80)
      3. How email works -- vulnerabilities (briefly)
      4. How a browser works -- vulnerabilities (tiny-website)
    2. Pick a strategy, follow a plan
      1. What's at risk?
      2. Reducing the odds
      3. Rem: Maintain your defenses
      4. Rem: Physical security
  2. Online Threats - what to watch out for
    1. Be informed - stay informed
    2. Understand malicious software/code
    3. Understand Attack Vectors
    4. Identity Theft
  3. The Elements of Defense
    1. Backup - last ditch defense
    2. Use your native intelligence
    3. Tighten configuration settings
    4. Defense tools and software
    5. Patch and upgrade - why?
    6. Test your protection
    7. Protecting your privacy
  4. Pick your strategy
    1. What do you have at risk? (BU)
    2. How much effort will you expend?
  5. 7-step Security Plan
    1. Install a firewall
    2. Tighten configurations
    3. Install anti-virus
    4. Install anti-malware
    5. Back up your data
    6. Learn more about dodging the dangers
    7. Keep Windows and your other software patched and upgraded
  6. Other Security Plans
    1. For a New Computer
    2. A Rudimentary Defense (start here and explain at each step)
  7. How to Remove Spyware/Malware
  8. WiFi Security