Chapter Summary

• To install Windows updates as they become available, configure Automatic Updates to check for the updates regularly or set a schedule to obtain updates manually. Always install critical updates and service packs.

• To use ICF, verify that the computer connects directly to the Internet, and then use the Advanced tab of the Internet Connections Properties dialog box to enable it.

• To troubleshoot network and connectivity problems, enable ICMP options for the network connection configured to provide ICF.

• When adding servers and services to a local area network, add its respective service to ICF so that the required traffic for the service can pass.

• To get the best protection possible, install and properly configure virus scanning software to download signature updates automatically, automatically protect the computer, and scan incoming and outgoing e-mail on POP3 and IMAP accounts.

• To use MBSA, download it from the Microsoft support pages, and then run it to obtain a detailed report listing the security vulnerabilities on the computer.