- last post: 01.01.0001 12:00 AM PDT
Posted by: Achilles1108
When we sign in there is a link that allows us to sign in with enhanced security. I do it, but I do not see any difference at all. Does anybody know what the difference is and how much more secure it actually is?Enhanced security provides an additional level of protection when you sign into a Windows Live site or service. Enhanced security can be used to help identify spoofing (Falsely claiming to be a legitimate business's website in an attempt to get you to provide your private information.) or phishing (Falsely claiming to be a legitimate business to send you to a fake website or scam you into giving out private information.) scams. If you suspect that a site is attempting to obtain your account information, send a report to Microsoft.
To determine if you are signing in to the real Windows Live ID sign-in page :
* Confirm that all saved e-mail addresses or display pictures you expect are displayed.
* Confirm that the web address begins with https://login.live.com. If the address doesn't begin with
this, click Use enhanced security and check the address again.
* Look for the lock icon. The location of the lock can vary. Windows Internet Explorer displays the
image in the bottom right-hand corner of the browser window. Other browsers, such as Firefox,
display the lock in the address box.
Additional Notes On Subject :
* If you don't choose to use enhanced security, Windows Live ID will use the standard security
setting.
* Once you choose to use enhanced security, Windows Live ID uses cookies (A small text file,
created by a website, that stores information on your computer) to remember your preference for
that computer.
* Use standard security for better performance on a slow Internet connection.
* For more information on how Windows Live ID helps protect your privacy and personal information,
see About Microsoft privacy and security policies.
[Edited on 01.19.2008 2:18 PM PST]