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Internet Security Resource Page

1. What does security on the Internet mean?

  • Security on the Internet means that transmissions sent from one source to another maintain their confidentiality and integrity.
  • Confidentiality means that unauthorized users cannot read any transmissions sent from one party to another.
  • Integrity means that messages are not altered during transmission.

2. What steps has the TBI Project taken to ensure the privacy and security of your information on its Web Site?

The TBI Project's top priority is to protect the confidentiality and integrity of its users' information. We have ensured that the appropriate safeguards have been implemented each step of the way. These safeguards include:

  • encryption - The Client Profile Database and other communications requesting confidential information must be set up in a "secure environment" on our site, transmitted to us securely through the use of encryption and maintained in a secure format upon receipt by us.
  • firewalls - TBI Project has in place an Internet firewall designed to securely separate the Internet from our internal computer systems and databases. Data coming from customer computers via the Internet flows through a series of safety check points on its way to our internal systems so that only authorized messages enter our computer systems.
  • monitoring- TBI Project monitors the internal systems to ensure that there has been no security attack or attempted break-in.

3. Security Information

TBI Project works with both Netscape and Microsoft Internet Explorer browsers that support 128-bit encryption, which is the highest form of encryption generally available today. This means that you can do your working over the Internet and be assured of the privacy of your and client's information.

4. How does encryption work?

Encryption is the process of converting information into a more secure format for transmission. This means that plain text is converted (encrypted) to scrambled code while being transmitted, and then translated (decrypted) back to plain text at the receiving end of the transmission. The process of converting the information to a code is one step we take to help safeguard your privacy. For more information please see "What is TBI Project doing to protect my privacy on the Web?"and What can I do to protect my privacy over the Internet?"

Currently, there are 3 levels of encryption generally available in web browsers: 40-bit, 56-bit, and 128-bit encryption. The 128-bit browser offers the highest level of encryption generally available today and provides the best protection when transmitting confidential data over the Internet.

5. What is TBI Project doing to protect my privacy on the Web?

TBI Project has also implemented firewalls and other internal encryption techniques. A firewall is essentially an electronic boundary that prevents unauthorized access to certain files.

We also regularly monitor internal systems and are always keeping up with the latest security and encryption technology. In addition, you will be automatically logged out of TBI Project if there has not been any activity for 20 minutes.

6. What can I do to protect my privacy over the Internet?

You also play a role in maintaining the security of your information. Encrypting your data is the best way to ensure your privacy is protected while using the Internet. Become familiar with the level of encryption of your browser and upgrade for greater protection.

Here are some additional things you can do:

  1. Use the built-in security features of your browser. Choosing certain security settings and options will help protect your personal information. For more information, look at our detailed instructions on how to maximize the security of your browser or review your browser documentation.
  2. Protect your password by choosing one that is difficult to guess. Avoid words that may be found in the dictionary, as these are easy to guess.
  3. Change your password regularly.
  4. Do not share your password with anyone.
  5. Never write your password down or store it in your computer where it is automatically replayed. If someone walked up to your PC and replayed your logon sequence including a stored password, then they can connect as if they were you. Always key in your password yourself for each logon to the TBI Project Database.
  6. Remember to signoff when you are finished your working by close the current browser window.