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Method and apparatus for securing a computer using an optimal configuration for security software based on user behavior

US9275231B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateMar 10, 2009
Grant dateMar 1, 2016
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Expiry dateFeb 6, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F2221/2149
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method and apparatus for securing a computer using an optimal configuration for security software based on user behavior is described. In one embodiment, the method for providing an optimal configuration to secure a computer based on user behavior includes examining computer user activity to produce behavior indicia with respect to computer security from malicious threats and determining an optimal configuration for security software based on the behavior indicia.

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