When your computer is connected to the Internet, it is vulnerable to all manner of intrusions and attacks. The Internet can be used to spread computer viruses, worms, spyware, and other threats that can cripple your PC. As long as your PC is connected to the Internet, it is a target for these and other types of attack.
To protect your system from an Internet-based attack, you must install and run a variety of computer protection and security programs — including firewalls, anti-virus programs, and anti-spyware programs. You can also configure the settings of your Widows operation system and Internet Explorer web browser to increase your level of protection. Installing the right programs and properly configuring your software will make your computer less vulnerable to attack.
Active Security Monitor automatically evaluates your computer's security configuration, looking for all the programs and some of the settings that are necessary to protect your system from attack. If you don't have the right programs installed, Active Security Monitor alerts you. All you have to do is follow the onscreen recommendation to improve your system's security. Once you have made the recommended changes, the result will be reflected in a higher Safety Score, shown in Active Security Monitor's dashboard.