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Watch this Lab Rats video showing how to protect your data from potential online identity thieves. Sean and Andy walk through some of the best ways how to prevent bad guys from stealing your personal information.

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Trojan Horse Viruses Explained (15:21)

Watch this Lab Rats video to better understand how a trojan horse virus works. Sean and Andy use a fruit basket to clearly illustrate how a trojan horse virus works and the damage it can cause your computer.

It's All Geek to Me: Wireless Internet Security (1:48)

How secure is the average public wireless Internet hotspot? Take a look and learn more about the Internet in this video.

Microsoft Vista - Security (1:40)

Vista's security features help keep your PC and family safe.

Email Causes Security Concerns (4:08)

Watch this video showing how email causes security concerns on HowStuffWorks. Email is perhaps the most important and useful technology online; it's also the cause of the most number of security issues. See how Alt N Technologies works in this video... More »

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Online Research Techniques: Virus Protection (0:32)

When downloading files, it is important to use a virus protection program. Otherwise the files or computer may be damaged.

It's All Geek to Me: Wireless Internet Security (1:48)

How secure is the average public wireless Internet hotspot? Take a look and learn more about the Internet in this video.