Setting the protection level

The default Medium protection level balances security with convenience by allowing instant messaging functions, while ensuring that your instant messaging communications are secure.

To set the global protection level:

Select IM Security|Main.


In the Protection Level area, click the slider and drag it to the desired setting.
High	Prevents your instant messaging programs from sending media files of all types, filters spam messages, executable URLs, and encrypts instant messaging traffic.
Medium	This is the default setting. Encrypts instant messaging traffic and filters executable URLs.
Off	Instant messaging protection disabled.