Special Edition Using Windows 95 with Internet Explorer 4.0

Setting a Security Policy

Windows 95 and Internet Explorer 4.0 include a broad set of security tools. Before you can properly configure these options, however, you need to establish a security policy. This policy should balance the need to protect sensitive data against the undeniable value of open access to information and the wealth of information available on the world's largest network. Different environments have different security requirements, as well: With a dial-up Internet connection at home, you might not worry about the risk of break-ins, but on a corporate network, firewalls and other sophisticated security precautions are a must.

These elements should be central to any security policy:

• Authentication When you connect to a web site, ...