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Internet and online security - 39
INTERNET AND ONLINE SECURITY
First steps on the net
Protecting your computer
It is vital to protect your computer from viruses and attacks over the internet (see
Internet security software on page 42).
A comprehensive internet security program is offered when you first start your computer.
You should activate this protection as soon as possible, certainly before you connect to
the internet.
Choose an Internet Service Provider
Using the internet has become a natural part of daily computing. Just a
few simple steps can connect you to a vast collection of knowledge
and communication tools. To accomplish these steps you should first
select an
Internet Service Provider
(ISP), which supplies the
connection between your computer and the internet. You should
research the ISPs available in your region, not forgetting to talk to friends and family
about their experiences or to check reviews and consumer reports. The ISP you select will
provide instructions on how to connect to the internet (you may need additional software
or a special ‘box’ that connects to your phone line).
Connection types
Depending on your computer model, your location and your communication needs, you
have several ways to connect to the internet.
Dial-up
Some computers include a telephone dial-up (‘modem’) connector. This allows you to
connect to the internet using your telephone line. With a dial-up connection, you cannot
use the modem and the telephone simultaneously on a single phone line. This type of
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