Computer users turning into DIY security experts

Computer users turning into DIY security experts

Images-108 Seems like everyone is tired of waiting for others to fix the problems, so they’re doing it themselves, even if it’s not quite perfect. The UK is turning into a nation of unwilling DIY desktop-security installers, research has revealed. ISPs’ failure to provide desktop protection against internet threats has forced two-thirds of home PC users to take the DIY option, despite the majority lacking the necessary know-how to ensure they are not left vulnerable. Link.

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