Microsoft Security At Home - Help Prevent Identity Theft, Spyware & Viruses

Identity Theft

Spear phishers find info on social networking sites

They can customize phishing e-mails to you from what they find online to make their scams more convincing.

Check your password strength

Spyware & Viruses

Strong passwords: How to create and use them

6 steps to a better password; plus, common strategies it's better to avoid.

Newbie Corner

Are you infected? Signs of viruses

If something about your computer just isn't quite right, it might mean your computer is infected with a virus.

When you download, click "Save," not "Run"

Make sure your antivirus software has a chance to check the files you download before you open them on your computer.

Spotlight

4 steps to better protection

Keep your computer as safe as possible from malware, hackers, and identity thieves.

Security Tips & Talk