Do not make statements that convey the impression or promise of absolute security, safety, or privacy. Instead, focus on technologies or features that help achieve security, safety, or privacy.

Be careful when you use the words safe, private, secure, protect, and their synonyms or derivatives. Use qualifiers such as helps and can help with these words.

Microsoft style

The default security settings in Windows Internet Explorer can help protect your computer from viruses.

Not Microsoft style

The default security settings in Windows Internet Explorer protect your computer from viruses.

For a full list of security-related terms and their definitions, see the Microsoft Malware Encyclopedia (http://www.microsoft.com/security/portal/Threat/Encyclopedia/Glossary.aspx). The Microsoft Manual of Style provides guidance for the following terms: