* Aimed at the end user rather than the security professional, this book presents readers with invaluable information on how to eliminate security issues that already exist on their computers * Empowers readers by providing step-by-step instructions on the actions they can take to virtually eradicate potential security threats * Addresses viruses, spyware programs, firewalls, browser security, Windows XP updates, password management, data protection, and network security * Offers simple steps and instructions that can be easily understood by the average Windows XP user and do not require readers to become computer security experts