Archive for February, 2009

Computer Security in a Down Economy

Cybercrime is on the rise as the economy falls deeper into recession. Recent reports have highlighted the increased threat to business IT systems as well as home computer users as more and more people look for ways to illegally gain access to cash.

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File Sharing is Dangerous

One of the easiest ways that I know of to have your computer become infected with a virus or other malicious software is by downloading freeware, shareware, or person-to-person(P2P) files using a file sharing site. For instance, using Limewire, Bearshare, or Morpheus to download free P2P music files. These sites use the Gnutella network to allow you access to millions of computer users files. Unfortunately, there is no guarantee that these free files don't contain a virus, spyware, or even a Trojan Horse. Ultimately, this could lead you to becoming a victim of identity theft, one of the fastest growing crimes in Canada and the USA.

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Online Security - Threats & Preventions

Online security is the biggest challenge in today's environment. This article explains various ways of online security threats and preventions.

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Do You Know Who Your Children Are Talking To? Keep Your Children Safe From Online Sexual Predators

Does your child use the internet? Do you know that there is a very real possibility that your child may want to meet a complete stranger in person! Scary thought. Read this to find out how you can get all the information you need on your child's new "online friend" Keep your children from chatting to a sexual predator....

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The Basics For Computer Security and Optimization - Malware Removal and Protection

What is a virus and what is spyware? How does it affect my computer and what problems do they cause? How to remove these threats and regain normal computer functionality. After removal protection is critical to prevent future infections. You can clean and optimize your computer today!

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Securing Your Business From Cybercrimes

Protecting your online business needs a lot of security, which cannot be dealt properly if you do not have sufficient information regarding cyber crime issues. Here are some important tips that can help you in protecting your online business efficiently. Read more for details.

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An Overview on the Highly Efficient Spyware Remover ComboFix

For people having problems with malicious spywares affecting their computers, they can use a reliable, fast and efficient spyware remover like ComboFix. Generally, this tool is widely used for solving the problems caused by specific computer viruses and infections including Look2Me, Qoologic, and SurfSideKick. Updating this spyware remover on a regular basis is also necessary.

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Is Google Chrome’s Incognito Mode the Ultimate Secure Browser?

One of the problems with secure browsing is always the browser you are using. If you share a computer with your family you're probably used to seeing everyone's browser history, lists of files. If you visit them you'll get the same view, cookies and histories all being shared.

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Changing Yahoo Passwords - What You Need to Know

The procedures mentioned above, as well as the precautions, are all you need to change your password in Yahoo. Adhering to these processes will allow you to surf the Internet in peace.

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Lucky 13 Points to Shopping Safely on the Internet

You are ready to purchase that sought after item, but are you safe? Below are some points to help you decide...

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