Protection comes with understanding the nature of the Internet. Has your computer slowed down lately? Do you get pop-up ads? While these may annoy you, Blackwell tells that criminals use pop-ups legally through legitimate advertisers. Though ad ware is legal, criminals can use it to gain access to your computer. The consumer may not even have to click on an ad to get secret ad-ware on their computer. What are the five basic steps of online protection? Blackwell recommends anti-virus software, anti-spyware, a firewall, all browser patches, and an anti-spyware warning system.

Young computer users enjoy chat rooms, personal websites, and surfing. Sharing such personal information has great risks to both their computer and their personal safety. Kids need to know their computer can become infested within a few minutes. Do you know exiting out of a popup can infect your computer too? Blackwell presents several types of free software to protect children on the Internet. Parents can add pornography filters, browser patches, anti-spyware, and safe browser programs.

Blackwell explains how to combat Internet dangers with inexpensive or free software protection. Newbie computer users will find the information useful and easy to follow. Users can read the book from the beginning or zoom straight to chapters for immediate solutions. Blackwell highlights free programs, informational websites, and online articles for readers who want more news and advanced techniques. I wish I had read Blackwell’s book before I had become a victim of spammers. If you own a computer, protect your family and learn about the Internet with Internet Predators on the Prowl.