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Online transaction security: Tips for staying safe

Many people regularly bank and shop online with ease, confident that the millions of transactions that take place each day are secure. Good safeguards are in place, but as the internet is constantly susceptible to new threats, these best practices will help you keep your money and financial information safe.

Internet Explorer 8: Hands-on report

Microsoft's latest browser features "accelerators" to speed up performance, private browsing, "Web slice" updates and smarter searching. Here's what to expect.

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Reviews

  • Firefox 3

    If only for the speed, lightness of being and security alone, Firefox remains our Editors' Choice for best internet browser.

  • Mozilla Firefox 2

    Mozilla Firefox 2 is a winner, beating Microsoft Internet Explorer 7 on security, features, and overall cool factor and deserving our Editors' Choice award.

  • Yahoo Messenger with Voice 8

    While Windows Live Messenger offers better file sharing and video chatting, Yahoo Messenger with Voice 8 stands out for its Net telephone service, photo sharing, novelty plug-ins, and embedded search.

  • Microsoft Office FrontPage 2003

    If you need a midlevel Web site design app, Microsoft FrontPage 2003 is a good choice, but professionals should use Macromedia Dreamweaver instead.

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Features

  • Browser battle: IE 8 vs Opera 9.5 vs Safari vs Firefox 3

    A rundown on the latest versions of all the main browsers: Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari and Opera. Oh, and don't forget Flock!

  • Gaming online: Which console is best?

    Game consoles aren't just stand-alone boxes anymore -- it's increasingly about what you can do with them online. If you are unsure about which next-gen console to pick up, we've put together a comparison of the Nintendo Wii, the PlayStation 3 and the Xbox 360, outlining all of their individual online features and costs.

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DIYs and How-to

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Downloads

  • KidZui for Firefox

    Turn Firefox into a safe browsing experience for kids.

  • Internet Explorer Security Pro

    Customize the interface of Internet Explorer, monitor and restrict online activities.

  • Tracks Eraser Pro

    Erase tracks of your online & offline activities, including history, cookies, and cache.

  • SMS-it

    Send SMS messages, logos, and ringtones to cellphone from your computer.

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The Explain Series

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