Security At Home
Secure Your Computer

Help me protect my PC
There are a few simple steps you can take to secure your PC and help keep your family safe online.

Security and Privacy Tools

Internet Explorer 8
New security and privacy features keep you safer online.

Microsoft Security Essentials
Free* antivirus and antispyware to help protect you PC
*Download fees and charges may apply as set by your internet service provider

Windows Live OneCare Safety Scanner
Remove the latest viruses and spyware from your computer.

Windows Defender
Prevent spyware, pop up ads and slow computer performance.

Windows Live Family Safety
Manage and monitor who your kids talk to online.

Xbox Family Settings
Your kid’s Xbox can access the internet just like any computer. Set up the Xbox to keep your kids safe online as well as manage the types of games they play.

ThinkuKnow – National Cyber Safety Programme for Schools
ThinkUKnow logo

ThinkUKnow is an internet safety initiative which aims to raise awareness amongst parents, carers and teachers how young people are using technology and how to keep them safe online and when using mobile technologies. ThinkUKnow is a partnership between the Australian Federal Police (AFP) and Microsoft Australia and is proudly supported by ninemsn.
- Register your school
- Watch the ThinkUknow video
- Learn more about the launch of ThinkUKnow
Protect yourself from online scams
Scams target you - protect yourself

Every year 1 in 20 Australians will fall victim to a scam. Some scams are easy to spot, and others aren’t. In fact, many people don’t know they’re being ‘scammed’ until it’s too late. However, with the right information and the right software, it’s easy to keep your information and your family safe from online predators. For a start, it’s important to stay up to date with the latest scams so you know what to look for. You can get all the latest information on the Federal Government’s official SCAM website, and find out how to protect yourself from online scams.