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Protecting Yourself in the Digital Age:

A User's Guide to Protecting Yourself from Viruses, Worms, Hackers, and Data Loss

 

 Protecting Yourself in the Digital Age was developed by experts in data management and computer security, as well as professionals in career and technology education, to be used by:

  • Network computer users in business, government, and education

  • Home computer users

  • Risk management professionals

  • IT professionals

  • Anyone who is concerned about computer security

 

What is included in the curriculum?

 

Workbook with:

  • Easy-to-read text and graphics to "de-mystify" the subject of computer security
  • Explanations, examples, and definitions to promote better understanding of the topics
  • Key points to summarize the highlights in each section
  • Activities to help readers apply key concepts
  • Self-tests to allow readers to check their understanding
  • Tips, facts, true stories, and quotes to make the issues relevant in their real-world contexts

Video that supplements and brings the workbook topics to life

CD-ROM with useful resources and links to helpful websites

 
What topics are covered?
  • Recognizing the Need for Security
  • Speaking the Language
  • Identifying the Players
  • Understanding Internet Infrastructure
  • Understanding Exploits, Viruses and Worms
  • Protecting Yourself
  • Using Sources of Information
  • Taking Action

 

We are offering a sample from the workbook and a preview of the video to download:

Workbook sample (PDF file, 522 KB)

Video preview (QuickTime movie, 14.6 MB)

Transcript of video preview (Word file, 26 KB)


Call 800-654-4502 to order. You can also print an order form and fax your order to 405-743-5154, or visit our online catalog.

SW1026: Protecting Yourself in the Digital Age
Includes workbook, video, and CD-ROM

Call 800-654-4502 or visit our online catalog for pricing information

Extra workbooks are also available in sets of 10

 

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Updated 02.14.07