The guide lays out steps to make computers more secure on the Internet including an overview of security options, online security testing, tightening up Windows 98, and reviews of personal firewall software and Internet security hardware appliances. From Accessing Your PC - with a easy, full functioning firewall that blocks hackers from gaining access to your system. Safeguards Private Information - prevents personal information such as name and credit card numbers from being transmitted to the web without your permission. You determine how cookies are passed to and from your computer, and prevent unauthorized access to your sensitive data by encrypting files containing personal and financial information, as well as files you deem sensitive. Internet Guard Dog Pro technology provides parents with the ability to manage what web sites their children see online.
Parents can filter online discussion and block web sites using an objectionable URL and word list.
Customize the lists to your needs by adding words or web sites you deem inappropriate. View activity logs that record flagged chat and web site violations, set online time limits, prevent Internet access all together. Ad Blocking - technology blocks unwanted banner ads and unwanted web clutter from your view, speeding up delivery of the information you want. McAfee Personal Firewall is an Internet security application that works silently in the background, monitoring Internet traffic and blocking all unauthorized actions. It's very simple to install and configure, yet extremely robust and reliable.