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Children and Spyware By : Douglas Reach Children using computers are very suseptable to downloading spyware and opening dangerous email attachments. It is imperative that children be properly educated in safe computer use. The Advancement of the Keylogger By : Tim Staines an article about keylogging programs Waiting Could Be Devastating, Protect Your Data By : Joseph Simcic How many times have you thought about protecting your digital computer data? Now is the time to start and for almost free. Here are a few simple ideas to start protecting your data today. Thwart the Three Biggest Internet Threats of 2007 By : cher k The same Internet connection that lets you reach out and touch millions of Web servers, e-mail addresses, and other digital entities across the globe also endangers your PC and the information it contains about you.Protect yourself against the three gravest Web dangers: IE, phishing attacks, and malware. Take Control Of Your Child's Internet Activity: Online Parental Control Tips & Suggestions By : Mary Markell Internet is a valuable source of information and a massive learning tool for everyone. But as far as young children are concerned, the risks of the internet highways may outweigh the benefits. It is not easy to protect your children in their online activities. Most parents don't know enough about the internet while young children absorb new technology and information quite easy. Porn Surfing Teacher Provides Lesson on Importance of Spyware Protection By : Douglas Reach The need for spyware protection on one's computer becomes important in light of this recent case. A Connecticut teacher has been convicted for exposing her classroom to pornography. It seems her classroom computer was infected with internet pornography pop-ups that some of her students saw. She faces up to forty years in jail, barring an appeal. Phishing - How to Avoid Getting Caught By : Stephen Dolan Phishing - what is it and how do you avoid it? Find out how you can protect yourself from the newest member of the fraud family in this article. Companies Need to Protect Their Computers By : Buzz Scott Spyware isn't just a problem for home pc users, it's a worldwide problem in every country. Save Your Computer Files From Hackers By : Buzz Scott In everyday practice, we have always regarded a computer as the safest place to store our important information. Computer Security Ethics and Privacy By : Jeff Casmer Today, many people rely on computers to do homework, work, and create or store useful information. Therefore, it is important for the information on the computer to be stored and kept properly. Don't Steal My Information! By : Jeff Casmer It's important to take the precautions to protect you and your products from information theft these days, because it's getting easier and easier for people to share digital products. Information theft is a type of computer security risk and it's defined as stealing an individual's personal or confidential information. Internet Security Leaks! By : Daniel Millions Don't let it happen to you! The Important Needs of a Virus Scanner By : John Pawlett Having a reliable virus scanner on your computer is a necessity if you use the internet at all. There are so many viruses and forms of spyware out there that it can be difficult to keep up with them. Your Complete Guide to Shopping Online Safely By : Chris Marshall A discussion about how to stay safe when shopping online. Selecting The Best Spyware Remover: Comparison Tips By : James Allen You'd have to be living in a cave not to aware of the dangers of identity theft present on the internet these days. With the amount of dangerous spyware infecting computers increasing daily, it is very important that you have spyware removal software for your system running on a regular basis.Please do the following when choosing the best spyware remover for your machine. How To Keep Your Computer Virus-free By : Michael Hehn The following article covers a topic that has recently moved to center stage--at least it seems that way. If you've been thinking you need to know more about it, here's your opportunity. Five Simple Ways To Keep Your Computer Secure And Virus Free By : Michael Hehn Have you ever wondered what exactly is up with secure computer? This informative report can give you an insight into everything you've ever wanted to know about secure computer. She Chainsawed The Furniture!-Online Public Records Search By : Glenn Heitkoetter Find out who they really are with an online public records search and even find out what is on you. Government bodies are building databases of public records for public viewing, safety, knowledge, and for law enforcement that can be accessed online. How To Keep Your Home Wireless Network Secure By : Michael Hehn If you have even a passing interest in the topic of wireless network, then you should take a look at the following information. This enlightening article presents some of the latest news on the subject of wireless network. How To Handle Your Passwords By : Michael Hehn To make your passwords more secure you have to consider some easy rules for your password management. Keep Your Data Safe Behind a Firewall By : Stephen Dolan Nowdays with all the viruses and torjans infecting computers it'sessential to protect your computer and data. So what is a firewall and why is it such a big deal. Find out all you need to know if this article. Online Security with a Proxy Server By : Kallore Gandhi A proxy server is a server that is meant to hide someone's IP. Your IP (Internet Protocol) is a number that is unique for every computer and it is static so you cannot change it when you messed things up. Easy to Use Software to Protect Your Private Files By : Buzz Scott Undoubtedly, there has been a manifold increase in the number and type of users working on computers in the recent years. The Need For Spyware Removal By : Greg Lucas All about the various kinds of spyware and why you should remove them. Surfing Gets Fired Employee Promoted By : Johnny Jenkins One day her supervisor called her into the office and informed her that she was being terminated for in appropriate use of the Internet. Understanding Firewalls For Comptia Security+ Exam By : James Brown Firewalls are one of the most thoroughly misunderstood concepts around in networking and security today. It is your duty to dispel some of the most common misconceptions about firewalls not just for the purpose of passing the Comptia Security+ exam but also for the sake of the information security community! The Lowdown on the Comptia Security+ Exam By : James Brown In this article we would give you some analysis and perspective of the Comptia Security+ exam. Credit Card Security - Identity Theft By : Matthew Hick When a computer hacker steals your credit card information, it is known as "identity theft". The hacker can use your credit information to make purchases under your name. Spyware Trial ware How To Spot A Good One By : Buzz Scott If you've been one of the unfortunate individuals whose system is plagued with Spyware problems, looking for a solution can be a daunting task. Essential Computer Security Tools By : Matthew Hick Computers are basically a necessity in today's ever-changing world of technological advances. Chance are if you are reading this article, you have a computer. Wireless Home Network - Heaven or HELL! By : Hugh Duddy The upside & downside of a wireless home network. Tips to help avoid probems & tales of woe to encourage you to put the tips to good use. Top Computer Security Products By : Matthew Hick If you don't have a premier security computer product such as a virus protector, pop-up blocker, or anti-spyware program installed on your computer, you are basically leaving your PC open to danger. Spyware 101 By : Buzz Scott Can do many things to harm your online experience. Using a program to combat this program is as important as installing Antivirus software on your computer. Beware The Trojan Horse By : John Savage We have all heard the term Trojan Horse, but what exactly does it mean? Wireless Network Security: Protecting Your Router By : Matthew Hick Take a look at how you can protect your wireless network from spyware, malware, viruses, and third party invasions. Backing Up Your Email Files - Crucial Procedure By : Matthew Hick If you frequently email friends, family, co-workers, customers, or your business associates, what better idea than to backup your email files. Backing up your email files can prevent you from losing very important information. Parents Who is Spying on Your Kids Online? By : Buzz Scott Spyware software is like a peeping Tom, peering into your computers logs and hard drive and tracking your activity. The Importance of Backing Up Your Computer By : Matthew Hick If you are a computer owner, there is definitely one thing that you need to be very concerned about. This is making backup copies of all of your computer files and programs. What Are Anti Virus Software, Anti Spyware Software & Computer Firewalls & What Can They Do For You? By : Miguel Poza Now that most people use the internet these days, it is a very good idea to make sure you have good quality computer security software installed and protecting your computer. Anti virus software, anti spyware software and having a hardware or software firewall are now essential for everyone using a computer and here is an explanation why this is so. Spyware. Somebody Somewhere is Watching You By : John Savage Spyware is one of the fastest growing internet threats. Easily and Quickly Hide Your Files and Folders By : Buzz Scott In the last few years, the number of computer users has definitely increased multifold. We now use computers to save all kinds of details of official as well personal nature. Malware: Malicious Computer Software By : Matthew Hick There is a type of software out there that all computer owners and operators need to be aware of. That software is known as malware, or "malicious software". Malware can completely destroy computers or make them difficult to use. Keeping Your Computer Safe From Viruses By : Matthew Hick To keep your computer safe from the multitude of computer viruses out there, there are several things you should be aware of. Let's examine a few that might just save your computer. Computer Viruses - Types Users Should be Aware of By : Matthew Hick Computer viruses can wipe out or totally destroy a computer. They can be the worst program your computer has ever encountered. On the other hand, they can just be an annoyance. Spyware: The Unseen Computer Perpetrator By : Matthew Hick Spyware can be a very annoying hassle to deal with when it embeds itself on a computer. Spyware reports information that it finds on a computer to a third party. Your Browser's Toolbar Is Spying On You By : Aage Kold Jensen The often overlooked spyware/adware threat from toolbar plug-ins for web browsers plagues many internet users. What exactly do the toolbars do and how should you avoid them. IT Managers, Is Your Network Exposed? By : Buzz Scott Most successful companies today use the Internet to help them do business, to assist them in the growth of their business and are a big player in the growth of their bottom line profits. Is Somebody Watching Your Every Online Move? By : Buzz Scott Most people prefer to feel safe that they have privacy in what they do. People close their curtains or blinds, they lock their doors and people close the door when they dress or use the bathroom. Minimize Computer Virus Threats By : Kadence Buchanan Every computer user dreads the moment when a virus will manage to penetrate the computer system and become the uninvited party crasher. In an effort to minimize the probability of having to experience such a stressful moment. PC Virus Threats By : Jonathon Hardcastle As the Internet threats continue to increase in number and complexity, some of the best antivirus programs, like Norton and McAfee, quickly respond to the justifiable consumer need to keep their computer environment secure. Alarm Monitoring Systems Review By : Dave Poon The link popularity over the internet has become one of the most weighted criteria used in rating your web site in different search engines. 8 Possible Identity Theft Solutions By : Tony Hartmann Internet Fraud and fraud in common is getting more and more an issue ... here we will tell you about 8 solutions which might be very interesting to you. Where to Find Free Spyware Removal By : Christopher Smith The bad news is that spyware is everywhere on the internet and you could have it on your computer right now. The good news is there are free spy ware removal tools for your computer that are easy to find. Free Virus Protection Software, What Is It, Where to Get It and How To Use It! By : Todd Jirecek In todays internet world, once cannot afford to be in the dark about keeping their computer protected. Read this article to learn how you can be safe online. Who Else Is Using Your Wireless Network? By : David McKone Although it is relatively easy for SOHO (Small Office/Home Office) and home users to set up their own Wireless networks, the default settings on a WAP (Wireless Access Point) usually come with no security configured. Find out how to make your wireless network safe. A Guide to Computer Security By : David McKone As the number of people connecting to the Internet continues to increase at a rapid pace, so more and more of us anaware of the dangers we are exposing our computer to. Find out how to protect your computer. Is Your Computer Protected? By : Dan Farrell Spyware refers to a broad category of malicious software intended to take partial control of a computer. It monitors the websites and types of e-mails you receive and displays pop ups based on the content that you were previously reading, hence the name spyware. Are You Enabling Hackers And Trojans To Get At Your Computer By : Gregg Hall What do cookies actually do? A cookie is a piece of content that the Web page stores on your hard disk when you visit it. It allows that site to store information and later come back and retrieve that information. The Four Letter Word Called "SPAM" That Drives Us All Nuts By : Gregg Hall There is one clue to spam, never, and I repeat, never respond to spam. This only lets the sender know that it is a real email address and then he or she can add you to other unwanted spam lists. Even if they have the opt out button, do not respond. Fight ID Theft by Hiding Your Personal Information On Your Computer By : Buzz Scott Yes, your computer can be a safe place to hide important data and financail information, but only if it's securely hidden. Don't Click On That Ad, It Could Melt Your Computer By : Gregg Hall Today so many industries use spy ware programs as a way to advertise. These programs are designed to be click on or automatically re-rout you to the advertisers website. How To Hide and Protect Your Personal Files By : Buzz Scott Hiding and protecting personal computer files is a necessity. From identity theft to snooping everyone should secure their personal files. Keep Prying Eyes Off The Pictures on Your Computer By : Buzz Scott Keeping your pictures, music and files private is easy if you have the right software. Round Up Your Financial Reports By : Robert Valentine Corral those pesky passwords using technology that ropes in data from multiple financial and other accounts. Like Adware and Spyware? Use Internet Explorer By : Andrew Morris Internet Explorer continues to be a vulnerability for adware, spyware, and other malware intrusions. The Firefox browser has exhanced security features that make it worth a look. Win the Fight Against Computer Hackers with Spyware Removal By : Buzz Scott Now you can win the fight agains computer hackers with new innovative software. Help! Pornography Keeps Mysteriously Appearing on My Computer By : Buzz Scott Do you get pop-ups on your computer you don't want? If so you're probably infected by spyware and adware. The Importance of Parental Control Software By : David McKone Protecting children is the responsibility of every parent, and it is vital for them to keep up with the ever changing threats faced by children as they navigate the Internet. Perhaps the most important tool to help with this is Parental Control software. Understanding Firewalls for the Home Computer By : David McKone Not that long ago, firewalls were the exclusive province of corporations, designed to protect their computers from unauthorized access by competitors, disgruntled employees and so on. Nowadays, however, even though firewalls remain a key part of corporate networks, they have made steady inroads into the world of home computing. What to Look For In Anti-Virus Software By : David McKone Of all the software products that are installed on our computers, from the web browsers and email programs, to word processors, database and spreadsheet programs, none has a higher importance than a quality anti-virus program. Without a good quality, frequently updated anti-virus program running on your computer, your valuable data, and even your personal financial information, is at constant risk. Tips on How to Avoid Spammers and Hackers By : David McKone Just about everyone will be familiar with the power of the Internet and the great things it can offer. Whilst it is true that the Internet offers 24-hour access to an endless wealth of information, as well as a vast number of entertainment options, there is a dark side to the Internet as well. Protecting Yourself from Identity Theft By : David McKone Internet mail is one of the main sources that perpetrators of Identity Theft are using to gain access to your personal information. The perpetrator may send threatening emails, or emails that seem appealing. Spam or Phishing emails are linked to Identity Theft and arrive in millions of mailboxes worldwide. Identity Theft: Dont Be The Next Victim By : John Savage All of us at one time or another has received an email directing us to update our personal information Adware Removal Tips By : Andrew Morris How and Why to Remove Adware and Spyware What Is Network Monitoring And Its Importance By : Smruti Ranjan Sarangi Network monitoring is the act of recording all computer and Internet activity that occurs on the PC's in your network. By network monitoring you can virtually record EVERYTHING anyone does on your network. By different features of network monitoring user can even view activities of a single user across multiple PC's. This is great if users have access to multiple computes throughout the network. How to Protect Your Whole Family Online from Hackers and Predators! By : Todd Jirecek Yuo need to keep your family safe these days online. Learn the easy way make things secure! How to Crack the Virus Problem with Your Computer Today! By : Todd Jirecek Learn to protect your investment, fast and easy. Fix Your PC Fast & Free! By : Hugh Duddy Article containing help on Internet Security & contains links to easy to follow video tutorials on setting up wireless networks, windows tips, security etc. You Need To Know Your Rights in the Fight Against the Hackers By : John Savage Everyone who uses a computer is exposed to more security risks than they can possibly imagine Why Everyone Should Care about Identity Theft By : John Savage most of us live fairly normal and consistent lives How to Recognize Adware that Monitors You By : Pete Walker There's a common misconception that adware just displays advertisements, and so -- although a nuisance -- is harmless. Unfortunately, the opposite is true and 'harmless' adware is far outweighed by what I term 'surreptitious' adware -- adware designed to breach our protection. The Keyboard: Weapon of Choice for Many of Today's Most Dangerous Criminals By : John Savage In 1999, a man decided to purchase a Social Security number using an illegal online source. 5 Key Steps to the Most Effective Spyware Protection By : Pete Walker Antispyware will not remove all spyware from your PC. Follow these 5 key steps and you'll have the best spyware protection available... Spyware is Sneaky Business in the 21st Century By : Randy Hutchings Since free software has attracted so many downloads, Spyware has found it way on everyone's computer and still is if you do not recognize their signs. How to Stop Computer Hackers In Their Tracks By : Gregg Hall You've heard the term hacker, you know they can cause damage and create havoc, but do you know what a hacker is? A hacker is a programmer able to get into a system or gain unauthorized access by skillful strategy. How To Stay Healthy In A World Of Computer Viruses By : Gregg Hall To stay healthy in a computer virus world, there are several steps to take. First, be careful with all email. If you use Outlook or Outlook Express, turn off the scripting feature. A Look At Computerized Home Security By : Gregg Hall We live in an era of computers and information technology and there is a direct relationship between information technology and home security. Computers allow us to automate many different aspects of out business activities and personal life. What does Spyware do to your PC? By : John Layton Spyware, while not as physically damaging to our computers as viruses, are becoming more of an annoyance all the time. This article describes the different basic types of spyware and how they affect computer systems. The Spyware Threat: 5 Spyware Removal Tools By : Guy Ray Do you have spyware lurking in your computer? If so, be warned. Spyware results in errors, slows your computer down and can bring it crashing to it's knees. Spyware And You By : John Layton Every third internet user is infected with spyware. Are you one of them? Removing Spyware By : John Layton How to get rid of spyware once and for all... An Overview Of Ebay Security By : Jeffrey gilbert The good, and the not so good to ebay. Norton: The Free Security Software You Need By : Sandra Stammberger Computer viruses are becoming so hard to battle. The more the technology becomes booming the more these viruses become more notorious. The Top Five Spyware Issues Dealing With Internet Security By : Greg Lietz Free software and file sharing can introduce your computer system to Spyware that recognizes where you go and often connects you to other users who are running the same software. Spyware and Microsoft Windows By : Leif Wheeler The largest target of spyware is without a doubt Microsoft's Internet Explorer. Spyware. History and Description By : Leif Wheeler The first known use of the expression "spyware" occurred on October 17th, 1994 in a post that joked about Microsoft's business model. Spyware. Different Types By : Leif Wheeler Spyware is more dangerous than a virus. It can steal personal data and track your internet habits. It might be concealed in a free screensaver or other software that you download. PC Traitors Killed by Adware Removal By : Sandra Stammberger Just like illnesses in our body, computers need diagnosis and treatment as well. Free Anti-Adware Software: Do They Work? By : Sandra Stammberger If you accidentally downloaded an adware, it is often very hard to remove these kinds of programs. Even the most updated anti-virus software cannot detect it. Choosing an Adware or Spyware Detector By : Sandra Stammberger The internet is one of the most essential tools in today's life. However, some people are using this technology in a bad way for their own personal gains.
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