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Online Class Teaches About "Spyware" and Dangerous Internet Threats
Wednesday, February 2, 2005
Senator Bruno today announced a free online seminar for new and experienced computer users about how to spot and avoid Internet programs that secretly steal personal information from your computer.
"Your personal computer may be infected with 'spyware' and 'adware,' and you probably don't know it," Senator Bruno said. "I strongly urge everyone with a PC to sign up for this important online broadcast."
Spyware and adware broadly refer to computer programs that - usually without your knowledge -- track your Internet use for marketing purposes or record information you've typed (like a social security number) and send it to another person. There are spyware/adware programs that are so dangerous they can retrieve your confidential information, consume massive amounts of computer capacity and memory, clog your network and destroy your data.
The webcast is scheduled from 3 to 4 p.m. on Wednesday, February 9, and is designed for anyone who uses a computer for themselves or their business. It is sponsored by the state's computer security agency -- the Office of Cyber Security and Critical Infrastructure Coordination (CSCIC).
During the webcast, you'll learn about:
* Today's most dangerous spyware and adware threats
* What they do to your computer system
* Why they're so difficult to remove
* How you can protect yourself
Registration is required, and space is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Click here to register for the free web broadcast. If you can�t get into the web cast, material from the online seminar will be available shortly afterward. For more information, click here.
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