Living with the internet: keeping it safe
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- Subject:
- Science and Technology
- Institution Name:
- The Open University
- Collection:
- Open University OpenLearn
- Grade Level:
- Post-secondary
- Abstract:
Computer crashes are often the result of viruses, worms or Trojans as unfortunately some internet users want to cause havoc or vandalize your computer. This unit provides a guide to the downsides of living with the Net. Advice on how to deal with these dangers is provided and security issues like spyware and adware are explained. The unit also deals with protecting children online, and provides links to various helpful websites which deal with the problems raised.
- Languages:
- English
- Material Type:
- Activities and Labs, Full Course, Readings, Syllabi
- Media Format:
- Text/HTML
- Conditions of Use:
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Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 2.0
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