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Achieve Network Security
Simple techniques such as effective passwords, concise e-mail, and cookie management can go a long way toward keeping your computer safe from hackers and troublemakers.
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Firewalls and Your Library
This introduction to firewalls explains the basic concepts behind this software security system. It also gives you details about various firewall layers, ports, and configurations.
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Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS)
An Intrusion Detection System (IDS) monitors network or host traffic by looking for anomalies, intrusive activity, or misuse. This article describes how host- and network-based IDSs work and provides links to other resources.
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Mobile Technology Security Considerations
Get the convenience of wireless computing without the risks. Henry Kumagai, CompuMentor Systems Administrator, and TechSoup provide this overview of the security threats posed by wireless connectivity and the steps you can take to stay safe.
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Planning and Implementing a Library Network Split
Separating the local area network (LAN) hosting your public access computers from your staff workstation LAN has become essential to security. Here is how one public library did this using virtual local area networks (VLANs).
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Protect Your Network
Internet security is a paramount concern for libraries. Check here for the latest on antivirus and firewall programs for Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems.
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Security Policies
Security policies help to create a safe computing environment for your library. This article covers such topics as Internet access, acceptable use, email, and many other critical network and physical security issues.
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What Firewall Should I Use?
This Q&A story is one expert's suggestion for a good, low-cost firewall for your library.
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Wireless Security for a Small Library: One Library's Solution
Randy Nelson of Blackfalds (AB) Public Library explains some of the security issues raised in providing wireless Internet access and describes a solution.
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