The Complete Privacy & Security Desk Reference: Volume I: Digital Paperback – April 30, 2016

Absolutely excellent reference. A few things are a little outdated (probably because of this book), but you can work around it. One great use is to use this book to get rid of information about you deleted from the internet and button up your security and privacy. Use Bazzell's other book, "Open Source Intelligence..." to find all the info about you on the internet - as well as security and privacy vulnerabilities. And it is also so much more. If something is out of date, it is easy to work around. One commentator laments that the author, Michael Bazzell worked in government. He did - in the FBI. I don't count this against him, to be sure, I count this as good, solid, relevant experience. BTW, some parts of this book are technical. But getting through the tech savvy parts is quite adequately explained.

The straight forward manner in which the book is written makes it easy to understand and follow the instructions in order to improve our own digital security on not only the Windows platform but in the Apple environment and Linux as well. The information is divided into 4 levels - basic, intermediate, advanced and expert. The information is given in a step wise fashion so start at the beginning and build your skills. Go as far as you are comfortable with. I certainly am. The information in this book is showing me the way. If everyone only followed the steps in the basic and intermediate sections cyberspace would be a much safer place. This book is a true confidence builder for dealing with some very complex issues.

I have had the pleasure of attending one of Mike Bazzell's courses, and I have read his other books. "The Complete Privacy & Security Desk Reference" is his best book yet. This book is an absolutely MUST READ for anyone who accesses the Internet, uses credit cards, or talks on a cell-phone (i.e. pretty much everyone). You will learn about computer security, how to make anonymous purchases, how to have anonymous telephones, how to remove your information from public databases, and much, much more.The book is written in an easy-to-read manner making it useful for the average user to the advanced expert. Regardless of your skill level, you will find something here that will improve your personal privacy and security. Absolutely Outstanding! GET THIS BOOK.

I purchased Bazzell's first book set at a training event he put on. He knows what he's talking about when it comes to removing yourself from the internet. I used the techniques taught in the first book and was able to remove and obfuscate results to the point that they're essentially useless. When you google my name or use common people search methods, only one result still relates to me at all and I intentionally left that result. Would definitely recommend for those who have a healthy fear of identity theft, an interest in privacy, or those who are victims of domestic violence and attempting to start over.

If you are serious about privacy or just curious. Get this book. I have the Hiding from the Internet book as well, this is the big brother to it (pun intended). Altough this book contains the complete Hiding from the Internet book, I would recommend that book for those that are more entry level then tackle this one.

No complaints at all

This is a fantastic resource for anyone serious about privacy and security. Michael and Justin walk readers through simple yet effective steps they can take to safeguard their digital information from prying eyes and data theft.

I realize that this is the first volume.Some of the options suggested are no longer available. Yes I have the new version.Alternative options are not addressed.Very interesting.I would like more home computer security suggestions.