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Touchstone CM300 Cable Modem User’s Guide
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Safety
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I’m concerned about security.
Having a high-speed, always-on connection to the Internet requires a cer-
tain amount of responsibility to other Internet users—including the need to
maintain a reasonably secure system. While no system is 100% secure, you
can use the following tips to enhance your system’s security:
•
Keep your operating system updated with the latest security patch-
es. Run the system update utility at least weekly.
•
Keep your email program updated with the latest security patches.
In addition, avoid opening email containing attachments, or opening
files sent through chat rooms, whenever possible.
•
Install a virus checker and keep it updated.
•
Use the
Standby
button on your Cable Modem to disconnect your PC
from the cable system when you are not using the Internet.
•
Avoid providing web or file-sharing services over your Cable Modem.
Besides certain vulnerability problems, most cable companies pro-
hibit running servers on consumer-level accounts and may suspend
your account for violating your terms of service.
•
Use the cable company’s mail servers for sending email.
•
Avoid using
proxy
software unless you are certain that it is not open
for abuse by other Internet users (some are shipped open by
default). Criminals can take advantage of open proxies to hide their
identity when breaking into other computers or sending spam. If you
have an open proxy, your cable company may suspend your account
to protect the rest of the network.
•
If you connect your Cable Modem to a wireless LAN, make sure you
enable security and encryption on the wireless hub (for the same
reason that you should run only secured proxies). Consult the docu-
mentation and technical support of the wireless equipment provider
for help.
