Chapter 12. Security Troubles

This Chapter Is for You If...

• You want to optimize Vista to defend against malware.

• You want to master User Account Control.

• You want to understand of Vista security vulnerabilities.

• You need security software recommendations for Vista.

What You’ll Learn

In this chapter, I’ll show you:

• How to tweak UAC so it’s not so annoying

• How to remove a virus and spyware manually

• How to scan for rootkits

• How to tweak the Windows Firewall

• How to spyware-proof Vista

• How to make browsing the Internet more secure

• How to master little-known Vista security tips

Introduction to Vista Security

Ask any Microsoft employee what Vista is all about, and the first thing out of his mouth will be “security.” Sure, he’ll ...

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