BERKELEY, Calif. –(Business Wire)– April 22, 2004 — Apress(R) is pleased to announce the release of Computer Security for the Home and Small Office by Thomas C. Greene. Online privacy and computer security are issues of widespread concern, but most users don't realize that a few hours of customization can protect against the worst the Internet has to offer. Simply disabling specific default networking capabilities, encrypting sensitive files and electronic correspondence, and realizing the security elements hidden within the operating system can quickly limit routes to system exploitation and privacy invasion. With the correct configuration, it's possible to reduce the harmful effects of malware, enhance user privacy on shared systems, obscure every trace of one's online wanderings, and limit children's access to online clients and services. These techniques are thorough and effective, presented in clear, concise language, and do not require a technical background. [Privacy Digest]