In the months leading up to the 2012 presidential election, voters are examining each candidate's views on a number of important issues as they look to determine who they will eventually support. Despite not getting very much attention in either campaign thus far, both parties outline their proposed technology policy in their platforms.

Democrats and Republicans recognize the importance of cybersecurity in terms of national security. Though the internet has surely helped to contribute the globalized world that we now live in, it also opens new vulnerabilities for businesses and governments as far as security is concerned. But in true political fashion, while the candidates agree on the fact that greater cybersecurity must be achieved, they disagree on the way in which the government should go about it.

Democratic incumbent president Barack Obama and his party wish to continue with their current cybersecurity policy, which includes support for a bill that would allow the federal government oversight of digital infrastructure within the private sector for security purposes. Congressional Republicans blocked a version of this bill from passage earlier this year.

Rather than increase government oversight, Obama's challenger, former Governor Mitt Romney is calling for an overhaul of the Federal Information Security Act, which set the security standards that are currently used by the federal government and have been in place for the past 10 years.

Regardless of how they plan to achieve it, both presidential candidates are in favor of a more secure internet for all Americans. If you have recently had a run-in with cybersecurity, the experts at PortableOne may be able to help. We specialize in virus removal, and can help you with laptop repair and internet storage.