The threat of online securitySince internet became more and more important in our life, people rely on computers to create, store and manage information. Consequently, it is important for users to aware that computer security plays a major role in protecting their data from loss, damage, and misuse. Similarly, online security has been online trader’s main concern in protecting their websites from potential threats, such as phishing, security hacking, information theft, virus and worms.
However, the increasingly developed technologies sarcastically increase the risk every computer user faced. Everyone who owns a computer with internet connection is able to equip themselves with ‘hacking’ knowledge by making some research online. Internet provides the opportunities for users to share the knowledge without filtering the content. Therefore, everyone can learn skills that may jeopardize online security via internet and therefore increase the online security.Computer users are facing the threats of cybercrime, phishing, internet and network attacks such as computer viruses, worms and Trojan horses and back doors.
How to Avoid Online Security Threats And Online Frauds
Step1:
Phishing is one of the most damaging online security threats in recent times. Basically it involves an attempt by a fraudster, to extract confidential information from the innocent victim. In most cases the fraudster constructs a clone site that looks very similar to the web page of a bank or other financial institution. The victim is urged to click a link on an email and access the victim's financial account. The web link is actually a clone web page that captures the confidential login information of the victim. Once this happens, the fraudster uses the information to log into the actual financial account of the victim. The funds in the account are then syphoned out by the fraudster. You should never click a link to access your bank account, credit card account or any other financial account. Open up a fresh browser window and type the entire name of the website, this is the safest way. 
Step2:
You could receive a fraudulent email telling you that you have won a million dollar (possibly more) lottery prize! Do not fall for this gimmick, the fraudster will tell you how close you are to become a millionaire. In most cases, you will be requested to pay a few thousand dollars for various fees and legal expenses. The truth is that there is actually no lottery and no prize money. Once you part with a few thousand dollars, the fraudster disappears and preys on his next victim.
Step3:
Emails are often received form fraudsters claiming to have free access to millions of dollars. The message goes on to say that all that is required for you to get a hefty share of the money, is to act as an agent in moving the funds. All you need to do is to pay a few ten thousand dollars, your returns could be in the range of five million to 20 million dollars! This is another fraud that you should keep away from, you will never see a single dollar come your way. The fraudsters are based in countries where the legal system operates like a fish market, so no legal recourse will be available to you.
Securing your PC
No matter which method you choose to avoid threat of online security, if it involves your PC, then your PC and your Internet connection should be as secure as you can make them.
Passwords — Protect your PC, your financial files and your Internet connection with passwords. Use different passwords for each and change them often.
Security software — Install good security software such as Norton 360™ or Avira AntiVir Personal™. Keep it turned on and up-to-date. It will protect against spyware and block phishing Web sites that may try to intercept your financial transactions.
Backup — Backup software like Norton™ Save & Restore or included in Norton 360 protect your financial data against system crashes, which could be just as devastating as the theft of your data.
Wireless connection — If you use a wireless connection make sure the wireless router is security enabled. Also, don’t prepare your taxes in a public wireless hot spot.
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