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Get no-cost antivirus, antispyware, and other security tools Concerned about your computer becoming infected with a virus, spyware, or other malicious software? Who isn't? One quick, easy way that you can help protect your PC is by downloading Microsoft Security Essentials. It provides real-time protection against malicious software, and it's easy to install, simple to use, and free. Learn more about Microsoft Security Essentials, plus discover other free security tools from Microsoft for additional protection. Security updates for May 11, 2010 The bulletin for May includes two security updates: one for the Windows operating system and one for Microsoft Visual Basic. Get updates from Microsoft Update See a summary of the updates Watch a short video about the updates Microsoft security news Support for Windows XP with Service Pack 2 ends July 13, 2010 Support is ending for some versions of Windows. Learn how to determine which version and service pack you're running, and what end of support means for you. Microsoft releases new Security Intelligence Report Get Microsoft's latest analysis of the leading security threats to your PC. Download Security Intelligence Report Volume 8 or see a summary of key findings. "Rethinking the Cyber Threat" Microsoft Corporate Vice President of Trustworthy Computing Scott Charney outlines a framework for creating more effective cyberattack responses. Read Charney's message or download the full paper. Protect your computer Get virus help from a local security expert If you think your computer is infected with a virus or spyware, you can call Microsoft support or even find a local computer expert to help you. Here's how. See if your Windows operating system has protection built in There are four basic steps to help protect your computer. Check to see if your version of Windows has these features built in. Protect yourself and your family How to reduce your risk of online fraud This article offers the basics on protecting yourself from identity theft online. Learn three common online scams, where you might see them, and six telltale signs of a scam. Plus, find advice on how to avoid scams and where to report possible fraud. You've inherited money! Or not We try to keep you alerted to the latest Internet scams. Last month it was the MSN Auto Protection scam and the UPS package delivery scam. This month it's the windfall inheritance scam. Should I surf the web in Protected Mode? To help protect against spyware, make sure that you surf the web in Protected Mode in Internet Explorer. Learn what Protected Mode does and how to ensure it's on. Security resources Microsoft Online Safety: online safety and privacy education Microsoft Security: the latest in computer security Security Tips & Talk blog Microsoft Consumer Security Support Center About this newsletter Microsoft Security for Home Computer Users is a monthly newsletter bringing security news, guidance, updates, and community resources directly to your inbox. If you would like to receive more technical security information, see the Microsoft Security Newsletter.

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