Computer Security
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• CERT Coordination Center
  
  The CERT Coordination Center (founded in 1988) keeps track of computer security violations on the Internet. If you experience a browser security problem, CERT probably knows about it and has some information that could help you.

• CIAC Security Web site
  
  This is a government Web site for the U.S. Department of Energy's Computer Incident Advisory Capability. Established in 1989, CIAC is a faction of the Computer Security Technology Center..

• COAST
  
  This site was formed by the Computer Science Department at Purdue University and stands for Computer Operations, Audit, and Security Technology. They coordinate with various researchers, engineers, major companies and government agencies..

• Computer Security Resource Clearinghouse
  
  The Computer Security Resource Clearinghouse (CSRC) is designed to collect and disseminate computer security information and resources to help users, systems administrators, managers, and security professionals better protect their data and systems. A primary goal of the CSRC is to raise awareness of all computer systems users, from novice to experts, about computer security..

• CypherNet
  
  CypherNet seeks to help individuals regain control over their personal and private information. To this end, the resources on their Web site are freely available to everyone. It should be noted that many of these resources currently fall into legal gray areas, that is, their use has not been clearly regulated, although in many cases attempts have and are currently being made. Links on these issues within the U.S. and abroad can be found throughout this site and information and tools are provided in the following areas: Encryption, Anonymity, Security, Digital Cash, and Legal Issues. .

• EPIC
  
  EPIC was established in 1994 to focus public attention on emerging privacy and security issues relating to the National Information Infrastructure. The security section is an excellent source of current information regarding Internet security..

• Info-Sec.com/InfoWar.com
  
  This portal is a comprehensive resource on information security in its many guises. Material is added to this site almost daily in order to keep you abreast of current news and events. Make sure you check out all of the links..

• Internet Explorer Security Web site
  
  The Internet Explorer Security Area, and product of Microsoft, posts information and code fixes for security problems on this site as soon as they are available. Visit this site for information on security issues with Microsoft's Internet Explorer..

• ISSA Home Page
  
  This Web site is for The Information Systems Security Association (ISSA). It is an international organization that provides forums, interaction and other links concerning information security issues and topics..

• Microsoft Security Advisor Web site
  
  Microsoft is committed to protecting customer's information. If you are looking for best practice guides, information on security technologies, or looking to ensure that your system is protected against all known attacks, you'll find what you need on the Microsoft Security web site. This site contains news, advisories, and security solutions from Microsoft. Also, visit the product update page often for the latest security patches which can be downloaded for free..

• Security Resource Net
  
  The National Security Institute's website is the premier Internet resource for the security professional. The site features industry and product news, computer alerts, travel advisories, a calendar of events, a directory of products and services, and access to an extensive virtual security library. From the National Security Institute, this site offers information on personal security, scams, corporate safety, computer security, product recalls, etc. .

• TRUSTe
  
  TRUSTe is an independent, non-profit, privacy initiative dedicated to building users' trust and confidence on the Internet, and in so doing, accelerating growth of the Internet industry. .

• World Wide Web Security FAQ
  
  This site has answers to many security questions related to the Internet and the World Wide Web. The infomation is provided by Lincoln Stein. The World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) hosts this document as a service to the Web Community; however, it does not endorse its contents..

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Security Mailing Lists

• Internet Security Systems
  
  The following FAQ is a comprehensive list of security mailing lists. These security mailing lists are important tools for network administrators, network security officers, security consultants, and anyone who needs to keep abreast of the most current security information available: Alert, Best of Security, Bugtraq, COAST Security Archive, Computer Privacy Digest (CPD), Computer Underground Digest (CUD), Cypherpunks, Cypherpunks-Announce, European Firewalls, Firewalls, Intruder Detection Systems Infsec-L, NTBugtraq, NT Security, Phrack, PRIVACY Forum, Risks, SAS (French Speaking Firewalls), S_HTTP, Sneakers, Secure Socket Layer-Talk, UNINFSEC-University Info Security Forum, Virus, Virus Alert, WWW Security. .

• ISS Hosted Mailing Lists
  
  NSA, NSA Digest, NT Security, NT Security Digest, SecNews, SecNews DigestSecTech, SecTech Digest, Alert IDS - Intrusion Detection Systems, ProtoWorX, RealSecure, NT S3, NT Scanner..

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Glossary of Information Security Terms

• National Information Systems Security (INFOSEC) Glossary
  
  National Security Telecommunications and Information Systems Security Instruction (NSTISSI) No. 4009, "National Information Systems Security (INFOSEC) Glossary," provides standard definitions for many of the specialized terms relating to the disciplines of communications security (COMSEC) and automated information systems security (AISS), sometimes referred to as computer security (COMPUSEC). In general, communications and data management terms that do not relate closely to telecommunications and automated information systems security are outside the scope of this document and are not included. The definitions contained in this glossary are prescriptive for all elements of the U.S. Government and for its contractors with respect to national security systems..

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Online Security Stores

• Spy Base
  
  This site contains a huge selection of miniature, pinhole and disguised cameras, security cameras, listening devices, audio and video recorders and monitors, telephone tap and tap detectors, telephone conversation recorders, "How-to" books, locksmithing tools, plus many other security and theft deterrent devices.

• Spy Company
  
  This security and privacy products company offers equipment for telephone monitoring, bug detection, video surveillance, and vehicle tracking, as well as computer surveillance software.

• Spy Stuff
  
  Spy Stuff is a state-of-the-art security products company. It is in its 17th year as a business, with seven years business on the Internet. The company has completely updated its online product information and prices and has expanded its product line to include a library of specialty books.

• Spyworld
  
  Another great place to see how easy it is to invade your privacy & security. Spy World is dedicated to helping anyone who is interested in protecting their, assets and personal safety, get the right equipment and information they need. Spy World offers private consolation service in the areas of; (1) Privacy, (2) Asset protection, (3) Swiss banking and offshore corporations, (4) Surveillance equipment, (5) General security concerns, and (6) Internet Offshore Casino Creation.

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