There are a number of simple steps you can take to protect yourself, your computer and your personal information while you are online.
This section provides practical information on how you can:
- protect your computer
- prevent people from illegally using your computer or internet address without your permission - known as zombie computers and spoofing
- protect your children online
- protect your server from malicious software such as viruses or spyware
- find out how we can fight spam
- learn more about spyware and malicious software
- find out more avoiding email scams and fraud and phishing scams
- visit e-security websites for information on current security threats and solutions
- find out more about the Australian Internet Security Initiative
A fact sheet about protecting yourself from spam and protecting your mobile telephone number is available for download.