July 2008
Intermediate to advanced
1696 pages
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English
This section describes the most visible and tangible Windows Vista security improvements, which are listed in Table 2-1. Architectural and internal improvements—as well as improvements that require additional applications or infrastructure—are described later in this chapter.
Table 2-1. Windows Vista Security Improvements
Improvement | Description |
|---|---|
User Account Control | Reduces the risk of malware using user privileges to make unwanted changes. |
Windows Defender | Attempts to detect and block unwanted software. |
Windows Firewall | Filters incoming and outgoing network traffic. New improvements provide greater flexibility and manageability. |
Internet Explorer Protected Mode | Reduces risks associated with visiting websites, ... |
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