Summary

The concept of Defense in Depth means that not only must your operating system be secure, but the applications and data that go into and out of your network must also be secure. E-mail is a critical part of any business. It is becoming a critical part of the home user's lifestyle as well.

If you ask anyone for their e-mail address, the odds he will have one to give you. E-mail addresses are like phone numbers—just about everyone has one. Like caller ID and call blocking, your e-mail now comes with some security options that you should take advantage of when going online. You probably don't want someone listening in on your phone conversation, so why would you want someone to read your e-mail if it is not intended for them?

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