Phishing scams: Everything you need to know

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Phishing scams: Everything you need to know   You hear about phishing scams all the time, both in the general media and in this newsletter. But what is phishing, really? These links will give you the essential information that you need to know: What is phishing? Frequently asked questions about phishing How to recognize phishing email messages or links  Common signs of a phishing scam How to protect yourself from phishing scams Security updates for January 11, 2011 The bulletin for January includes two security updates for the Windows operating system. Get updates from Microsoft Update See a summary of the updates Watch a short video about the updates Microsoft security news   Microsoft to sponsor panel discussion on locational privacy With new GPS technologies like Facebook Places and Foursquare, others can track our movements at any time. What does this mean for privacy? Join a panel discussion sponsored by Microsoft on January 26.   Avoid technical support scams through your phone If you receive a call from someone claiming to be from Microsoft and offering technical support, hang up. Read more about this ongoing scam.   Microsoft supports Commerce Department's call for more online privacy protection The U.S. Department of Commerce recently released a "Green Paper" outlining ways to protect consumers' privacy online. Microsoft applauds the report as an important step forward in addressing online privacy issues.  Protect your computer   Help secure your new PC against malware Was one of your holiday gifts a new PC? Read these tips to boost your security before you go online.   3 ways to help secure your wireless network You've taken steps to help defend your new PC. Now take a look at your home wireless network. These three tips will get you started.  Protect yourself and your family   Set up your new Windows Phone for web browsing Help protect yourself when you go online by changing privacy and other browser settings on your new mobile phone.   Control how - and how much - your kids use Xbox 360 Is your family playing games and streaming movies and TV on a new Xbox 360 entertainment system? Use safety settings to control what your kids can see and do on the new family toy.  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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