DESKTOP SECURITY

Generate secure passwords and protect your computer while you're away with these programs.

Windows

• Password Generator Generates random passwords. Freeware. (http://benjaminsoftware.hypermart.net/)

• ISS Complock II Password-protects your computer to prevent someone from booting it up without your knowledge. Shareware. (http://www.techniclabs.com/)

• Magic Folders Hides files and folders from view to keep a thief from finding them. Shareware. (http://www.pc-magic.com/)

• Quicky Password Generator Helps you create a unique and difficult-to-guess password (which may also be difficult to remember). Freeware. (http://www.quickysoftware.com)

• PGP Desktop Security Protects your data across your network and the Internet by encrypting information in email, hard drives, and more. Trialware. (http://www.mcafee.com)

• Security Officer In addition to monitoring the programs run on your computer, this program can also protect your files from being modified or deleted. Shareware. (http://www.compelson.com)

• WinGuardian Logs all programs run along with keystrokes typed in each program. Trialware. (http://www.webroot.com)