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About the Author

Acknowledgments

We Want to Hear from You!

Reader Services

Introduction: Ignore This Book at Your Own Peril!

Pt. I. Security Basics: Some Very Real Threats

Ch. 1. Viruses: Attack of the Malicious Programs

What Is a Computer Virus?

Viruses: As Many Kinds As Sniffles in Kindergarten

Who Creates Computer Viruses?

What Not to Do!

When Viruses Attack!

Now That I Have Your Attention...

Antivirus Defense: Tactics for XP and Vista

No Worm in My Apple?

Is That a Virus in Your Pocket?

Absolute Minimum

Ch. 2. Spyware: Overrun by Advertisers, Hijackers, and Opportunists

Ch. 3. Rootkits: Sneaky, Stealthy Toolboxes

Ch. 4. Hackers: There’s a Man in My Machine

Ch. 5. Identity Thieves and Phishers: Protect Your Good Name and Bank Account

Ch. 6. Spam: Unwanted Email from Hell

Ch. 7. Wireless Network Snoops: Lock Down Your Wi-Fi Network

Pt. II. Hardcore Help for Safe and Secure Computing

Pt. III. Tools for Maintenance and Protection

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Chapter 1. Viruses: Attack of the Malicious Programs

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