Security Information

 

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Basic precautions

End of life of Microsoft software

Tools

Recalls

 

 

Basic precautions

Attacks on the operating system, certain software, internet browser, etc. are on the rise and are becoming more sophisticated over time. These activities are driven mostly by criminal business interests.
On the other side, manufacturers of operating systems and software strive to remove security leaks and errors from their products.
PC users therefore have to constantly survey their system and get active if necessary.

Additionally, it is necessary to install additional security components, like e.g. antivirus software.

PC users often lack the expertise needed to avoid security. If you wish we take care of these tasks.

 

Date / Source	Subject
Permanent	Antivirus software Make sure that an antivirus program is installed and updated at regular intervals.
Permanent	Firewall Make sure that a firewall is installed, activated and its rules ensure safe operation.
Permanent	Run "Windows Update" or "Microsoft Update" Configure Windows so that security updates are downloaded and installed automatically.
Permanent	Check back regularly for updates of all installed applications Many programs offer an option to check for updates.
Permanent	So-called "secret tricks", etc. Be careful with the installation of "Tools", "Utilities", "secret tricks" of which you may read in computer magazines and newspapers.

 

End of life of Microsoft software

Date	Subject
	Information about the life cycles of all Microsoft products: http://support.microsoft.com/gp/lifeselect

 

 

Tools

Browser Check

Checking the PC for security holes

 

 

Recalls

Date / Source	Security Alert
14.11.2011	Recall of Apple iPod nano (1st generation) Recall of Apple for iPod nano
13.10.2011	Recall of Sony BRAVIA LCD-TVs Recall of Sony BRAVIA LCD-TVs
Permanent	Recall of notebook batteries Battery recall of Apple Battery recall of ASUS Battery recall of Dell Battery recall of Fujitsu Battery recall of HP Battery recall of Lenovo Battery recall of Packard Bell Battery recall of Sony Battery recall of Toshiba This link refers to certain Satellite models

 

These lists are not exhaustive.
We assume no liability for the accuracy of this information and any consequences arising from its implementation.