Upon the completion of this seminar, you should be able to:

• Demonstrate an understanding of what is meant by information systems and why the security protection of these systems is important.
• Using written materials research and report on the types of computer viruses that afflict modern information systems to include a historical perspective.
• Identify the types of computer viruses that can afflict modern information systems in national and international business and their prevention
• Identify and demonstrate how antiviral software tools are used to protect, detect, and recover from viral attacks.

Surfing the web is not just a leisurely past time activity today.  In fact, most of us conduct business and other sensitive transactions via the Internet daily.  Unfortunately it can be risky business if one is not aware of the security issues.  On-line banking, email, shopping, chatting, etc. can put our computers and our financial information at jeopardy.  Everyday users not only need to battle the standard fare of computer viruses and spam, but must now protect their systems against sophisticated criminals, new threats, fraud and deception such as spyware, phishing, and spam.

This course introduces you to a broad range of on-line threats perpetrated against one's system.  Students in the seminar should gain an in-depth understanding of the types of threats their systems are up against and actions that one can take to keep their systems safe.  Additionally the course covers the topic of personal data privacy.  Students will learn methods to safeguard and protect one's system and data when on-line to help prevent identity theft.  The proper use of tools and software will also be covered.