All networking security begins with the PC. The whole implication of networking is that two or more computers are linked together by a common communications link. In the case of the Internet perhaps thousands of computers are linked to yours while surfing the Web.

Computer security is the process of protecting your computer from unauthorized use.

Intruders may not care about your identity. Often they want to gain control of your computer so they can use it to launch attacks on other computer systems.

Obtaining control of your computer gives the intruder an opportunity to launch attacks against other machines without being traced.

Theft of services, identity, corporate and personal information theft are some of the fastest growing crimes in the United States.

With today’s complex software, hackers are continually looking for new ways to penetrate networking security and do harm to the system.

Software manufacturers release downloadable patches to compensate for these hackers and plug the holes in networking security exploited by them.

Of course, users and networking security administrators must be constantly vigilant to prevent intrusion, minimize the effects of a breach in networking security and promptly download patches while insuring that the patches themselves are safe and effective ways of preventing further network security breaches.

Before taking on the bad guys all by yourself you should enlist the aid of a partner who can help with prevention, detection and removal of viruses, worms and other network security breaches, which can damage your system and result in lost productivity.

Before the problem becomes a nightmare call OSS Associates Computer Service for a free evaluation and networking security plan. Call now!