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Broadband Security The need for Security The drawback of the fixed broadband Internets fast and easy accessible connections is lack of security. Systems with high-speed connections are typically targeted because they are the simplest to track down. When fixed broadband Internet now is moving into the homes, small home networks now face many of the same security issues that a large corporate network does. Until recently attacks exclusively was aimed against larger networks and corporations. Now a growing number of private persons are exposed to malicious attacks. All Internet users have a responsibility against other users to keep theirs system secure. If your system is attacked, ill-disposed people may try to:
How to protect your system You are responsible for making your system is protected against unauthorized access. Your Internet Service Provider may close your account if they find out that someone is using your system for illegal activities.
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