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Deep Fast Scanning For Hidden Computer Spyware Or Malware

In case you have not noticed, Malware is getting into your computer at almost every turn that you make. Everywhere you go and almost everything you download comes withDeep scan for malware on your computer system something that you do not want.

The other day I downloaded a printer driver from HP and I got a Bing add on that I did not want. It is getting harder and harder to keep your computer squeaky clean. In fact, Malware such as Conduit is actually found on some brand new computers right out of the box! You heard right, Malware is on some computers before you even purchase them or bring them home.

Tagged with: deep, malware, scan, System
Posted in Virus and Malware

What Is Going On With Microsoft Security Essentials and Windows XP?

It is a well-known fact that support on Windows XP has been dropped as of April 8, 2014. Many folks, including myself, are still using the OS on certain computers. So far, I windows xp stopping support for security essentialshave had no issues with my XP installations. I did have an issue with my installation of Security Essentials, however. This issue appears to be very common amongst the Windows XP users. It appears that through Microsoft update, Microsoft has made your Security Essentials look more like a threatening virus then a product that is supposed to protect you.

Tagged with: Essentials, Microsoft, Security, xp
Posted in Software

Can We Trust The SSL Safety Of The Internet Again with the Heartbleed virus?

It is a no brainer that using the Internet is getting to be a risky option for all of us. If it is not credit card fraud it is code that is created by our own US agencies that either Security SSL lock can we ever trust any more?contains known security flaws when it is released or new security holes that are found after a release. In addition, the stop of support for Windows XP will also add to all this risk. Ironically, Microsoft is still supporting XP in some foreign countries, just not here in the United States. That means that a Microsoft team somewhere is actually still processing patches.

Tagged with: Heartbleed, Safety, SSL, trust, virus
Posted in Security

Heartbleed Will Go Down In History As The Top Security Threat of 2014

I am sure you have seen on almost every part of the Internet about a massive security bug called Heartbleed. This security hole is not new in fact it has been around for a heartbleed-openssl-viruscouple of years. The hole was just recently discovered and action was taken by all to get a patch applied to their servers within hours. As far as is known, the vulnerability was never actually exploited because of the timely response of all the affected companies. The response to fix this exploit was amazing.

Tagged with: 2014, Heartbleed, Security Threat
Posted in Virus and Malware

Use Technology to Your Advantage: 6 Forms You Should Be Trying

In today’s modern, technology-filled world, there is a variety of technology that can save you time and money that you should be taking advantage of. This includes, smartUse-Technology-to-Your-Adva AC, remote TV, phone cases that extend your battery life, apps that help you sleep better, key less locks, and smart pens.

 

Tagged with: Advantage, technology, Use
Posted in Geek Stuff

Support For Microsoft XP Ends Today – Tips To Help You With XP Ending

The day has finally come when Microsoft hangs up its hat for the last time in regards to Windows XP. This operating system has been one of the best operating systems out windows-xp-support-deadlinethere and many folks are still using it and will continue to use it for another year or two or in some cases even longer. While it is true that many people will upgrade during the coming weeks, many will still continue to use the OS.

Tagged with: Ends, Support Microsoft, Today, xp
Posted in Windows XP

Windows 7 Style Start Menu – Will Be Soon Available On Windows 8!

Windows 8 has become the operating system that we all just love to hate. Microsoft windows-start-menusimply made the huge mistake of trying to combine a mobile platform with a PC platform.

 
For some time, users were all flocking to buy tablets. What we are seeing is that these same folks are finding out that a tablet simply cannot replace a full-bodied computer system. Folks are starting to go back to the traditional laptop or desktop PC so they have the power to do everything that they want.

Tagged with: Start Menu, Style, Windows 7, windows 8
Posted in Windows 8

New Ransomware Is Worse Then CryptoLocker And It Is Now In The US

Ransomware has been around for a long time. Essentially, ransomware is classified as any Malware that demands money in order to get full use of your computer back. It Ransomware-CryptoLocker-usastarted with simple Malware that would try to get you to buy the fake programs that they would offer up on your machine without your consent. The Malware would usually come from an infected web site or e-mail attachment.

 

Tagged with: CryptoLocker, New Ransomware, us
Posted in Virus and Malware

5 Ways To Not Get Ripped Off When Looking For Businesses Online

When you want to find business online, you will have an easy time doing so as long as you prepare for the entire process. When doing so, you can end up succeeding beyond your wildest dreams. However, you should exercise some caution and try to avoid problems. With this in mind, here are five ways to not get ripped off when looking for business online.

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Tagged with: Businesses, Not Get Ripped, Off, online
Posted in Geek Stuff

Tech Support Scams and What You Need To Know -Before you call for help

We are getting more and more folks calling us and asking about so-called Microsoft employees calling them and stating that their computer has problems. In a handful of Tech-Support-Scamscases, the victims allowed the crooks to actually access their computer to determine the problems. Essentially, the fraudsters will run a registry scan that will say there are hundreds of problems causing the computer to be slow.

 

Tagged with: Scams, Support, Tech
Posted in Computer Repair


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