Hi Everyone,
It has become increasingly important to protect your computer against exploits and viruses by regularly updating your browser and operating system.

Yesterday, Microsoft released the latest critical patch for a recently detected vulnerability, that allows unsafe web pages to insert malware onto your computer. This can wreak havoc by stealing user names, passwords and other critical information, and at the same time impact your browsing in negative and damaging ways.

I strongly recommend, as a security expert, to avoid such problems by keeping your computer up-to-date with the latest patches—just as you would maintain your car for road safety. Microsoft offers an automatic update feature for Windows operating systems that you should enable. You can also check your system to ensure that you have the latest patches by going to the Microsoft Security and Update page.

I also recommend:
• Get a recent version of anti-virus, firewall and anti-spyware software
• Never run or download software that you don’t trust or click on links or attachments from people you don’t know
• Be extremely wary of holiday offers or any that sound too good to be true

These precautions will help you to have a much safer online experience. For more information, tools and tutorials please visit the eBay Security Center and Announcement Board.

Wishing you a safe and pleasant holiday!

Rich LaMagna
Online Safety Advisor