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#082 - Panic Over Spyware |
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I'm chatting with the CEO of a
spyware company and he tells me that he knows for a fact that
Dell support lines have been getting 70,000 calls a week
regarding machine performance and anomalies...
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more for the Fix in Article #082
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#083 - Netscape Giving the Green Light to Spyware? |
A new version of the Netscape Web browser is being criticized by
spyware experts for failing to notify Web surfers when they're
visiting Web sites that distribute the noxious monitoring
programs.
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more for the Fix in Article #083
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#084 - Spyware, The Enemy to You & Your Computer |
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There is a good chance that if
you are actively online with your computer system that in some
way spyware will get installed. All it takes is just clicking on
the wrong site or by signing up for some web programs. Pretty
much everyday there is a new form of spyware that has been
created by someone or some company that is seeking information.
Also with the easy availability of high speed internet services
it has made the spread of spyware even faster and easier.
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more for the Fix in Article #084
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#085 - Careful When Blogging! |
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Weblogs are spreading more than
opinions and observations across the Internet. Some are
beginning to propagate malicious software downloads that can
alter browser settings, track users and serve pop-up ads.
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more for the Fix in Article #085
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#086 - Somebody's Watching You |
"Spyware has come in from the
cold to become corporate America's top security threat" - CFO:
Magazine for Senior Financial Executives.
In two years, spyware has gone from a mere nuisance to a serious
concern, catching companies so off guard that many executives
today still don't know what exactly spyware is.
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#087 - Online Credit Card Usage - Convenience At Its Best |
Commerce and technology, combined as a one package - this is
what online credit cards are. With the advent of internet, the
knowledge and communication barriers were broken. Also, with
internet, came the concept of e-shops or virtual shops that
existed only on the internet. You could shop at these shops by
making use of their online credit card payment-acceptance
ability. Once the online credit card payments were verified and
approved, the goods got delivered to your door. This is what we
call convenience at its best.
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more for the Fix in Article #087
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#088 - "Look2Me" Malware Removal |
I visited another client with a spyware infection... This lady
uses a dialup connection & eventually couldn't do any web
browsing.
Funnily enough, she had Norton internet security (and anti
virus) running, but this malware ran rings around it... the
second computer in 2 weeks with Norton helpless at stopping
spyware.
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more for the Fix in Article #088
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#089 - Spyware: Its Hidden Agenda |
The constant bombardment of spyware related material affects
Internet privacy. Spyware has a hidden agenda. Spyware can be
stopped.
We have all heard about spyware. Spyware is regularly featured
in various news media and is a topic of much discussion in
computer circles. The reason for this is the constant
bombardment of spyware related material, that infiltrates
computer systems. Spyware has a hidden agenda.
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more for the Fix in Article #089
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#090 - Web Surfing Security |
Too many computer users neglect to do the basic maintenance of
their computer. The result is a clear path to their personal
information. Hackers are diligently at work everyday trying to
find the weakness in your system so that they may be able to
steal your personal information. Others would simply like to
create trouble and destroy your hard drive.
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more for the Fix in Article #090
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#091 - How Hidden Errors Can Affect Your PC's Performance |
When you first get a new computer, it seems to run like a dream.
With the click of a button you get lighting fast responses
without any hesitation from your PC. But after about a month,
all of that starts to change. You may experience slow execution
times and unwanted shutdowns or glitches.
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more for the Fix in Article #091
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#092 - Definitions - Viruses, Worms, Trojans, Adware, Spyware, Spam,
etc |
What are Viruses? Worms? Trojan
Horses? Adware? Spyware? Firewalls? Spam? Popups? Here, let me
help...
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more for the Fix in Article #092 |
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#093 - Stop Spyware Before it Gets A Chance to Infect Your Computer! |
Don't just remove Spyware from
your computer - start blocking it before it gets inside your
computer in the first place.
NoAdware
is a program capable of stopping harmful software programs known
as Spyware from infecting your computer. If your computer
becomes infected with a Spyware program, the Spyware will send
information about you and your computer habits back to the
Spyware owner, without you knowledge or consent.
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more for the Fix in Article #093 |
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#094 - Has Someone Stolen Your Identity? Here's How to Tell |
Right now, someone could be using your identity to start a new
credit card, to get a loan, or to drain your checking or savings
account. In some cases, you might not find out about the theft
for weeks, sometimes even months. Unfortunately, the longer it
takes to discover the crime, the more damage will be done and
the harder it will be to rectify that damage.
Read
more for the Fix in Article #094
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#095 - Spyware Surpasses Viruses |
Spyware has surpassed viruses
as the fastest growing online threat infecting 90% of all
Internet connected PCs.
Spyware can infect your system in many different ways: visiting
a spy-spreading web site, opening a spy-carrying email
attachment, downloading a spy as part of another (often "free")
software program, etc.
Read
more for the Fix in Article #095
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#096 - Spyware and its Confiscation |
If you are actively working online than there is a huge
possibility that in some way Spyware will get installed in your
computer. After all, it takes is only clicking the wrong site or
by downloading some programs. Nowadays there is a new form of
Spyware everyday, which has been created by the people or
company that is desperately seeking information. Spyware is also
known as a great damager to companies. It is not so noticeable
like spam and virus attacks to the systems.
Read
more for the Fix in Article #096
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#097 - The Importance of Proper Security for Your PC |
The world online can be a scary place and sometimes it can get
downright nasty. From viruses and spyware to internet identity
theft, the information stored on your computer is under constant
assault and should be protected at all costs. Why? Unscrupulous
hackers will stop at nothing to get your precious personal
information, and you have to stay one step ahead of them to
ensure that they don't.
Read
more for the Fix in Article #097
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#098 - Removing Spyware From Computers |
Removing spyware from computers isn't as easy as installing it.
The first problem is that you often are completely unaware that
it's even there.
But removing spyware from computers is critical because there
are some spyware programs that can get into your computer and
allow a hacker access to your personal information such as
credit card numbers and enable identity theft.
For this reason, if no other, the quicker you find and start the
process of removing spyware from computers the better.
Read
more for the Fix in Article #098
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Article #099 - Spyware Summary |
Spyware on your PC is a major
threat to both privacy and productivity. Recent consumer studies
indicate that 80% of PCs have some form of spyware infestation,
and the PCs that were infested had an average of 90 spyware
programs in place. Fortunately there are good, free tools
available that can remove the threat from your system and
immunize against future infestations.
Read
more for the Fix in Article #099
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#100 - How did my PC get infected in the first place? |
You usually get infected
because your security settings are too low.
Here are a number of recommendations that will help tighten
them, and which will contribute to making you a less likely
victim:
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#101 - How to fix those bulls**t messages that claim your PC is
infected |
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All those fake "error"
messages that read "ERROR from SYSTEM to ALERT" only direct you
to their website to buy their phony products.
Websites like:
http://e-regpatch.com, http://www.fixregerror.com,
www.updatepatch.info, http://neatreg.com, www.spw4f.com,
www.fixwinreg.com, www.regcleaner32.com, www.spw5c.com,
http://fixregnow.com, http://e-regpatch.com,
www.fixregistryerrors.com, www.ms-repair.com, www.winregedit.com.
These websites claim to be
from Microsoft, but let me assure you, they certainly are not!
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for the Fix in Article #101 |
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#102 - How to remove the WinFixer virus |
What can be farther from the
truth than naming a virus something like WinFixer?
Yet, it's one of the latest virus' plaguing computers around the
world, particularly Win 2000 and WinXp users.
WinFixer (also known as the
Vundo Trojan) is related to Adware. Adware comes through corrupt
sites and installs itself without the users' agreement. Adware
parasites perform actions related to data recorded about the user.
Read more
for the Fix in Article #102 |
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#103 - Viruses turn Media Player's anti-piracy feature against
honest users |
Be careful next time you use
Windows Media Player. Viruses attached to some video files can turn
the program's anti-piracy feature into a tool for hackers to install
large amounts of spyware, adware and other such pests on the user's
hard drive. The viruses are activated when honest user attempt to
download the license required to legally view the infected file.
Read more
for the Fix in Article #103 |
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#104 - Keeping Passwords Secure |
As the web has evolved, so have the methods of collecting
personal information. A large number of websites require
visitors to register to gain access or participate. While the
need for registration is understandable, tracking user names and
passwords can be burdensome. Consider using software to store
your passwords, in a safe accessible manner.
Read more
for the Fix in Article #104 |
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#105 - Tips for Keeping Your Children Safe Online |
Parents are constantly struggling with ways to keep their children
safe online. The Internet has a global reach and at this point no
bounds, or limitations. Outside of installing filtering software
children should be educated in order to protect themselves to this
virtual monster. We've put together a collection of ten tips that
should be observed while surfing online. At the very least these
tips will prompt family discussions regarding safety.
Read more
for the Fix in Article #105 |
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#106 - How to Stay Clear of Online Scams |
The online scams on the Internet are hidden like landmines,
ready to explode on the unsuspecting surfer who happens to
believe what they say. These web scams
have the ability to take not just your cash but also your
identity if you don't know how to protect yourself.
Read more
for the Fix in Article #106 |
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#107 -
Be Prepared, In the Event A Computer
Disaster Strikes |
Businesses and individuals alike have all grown to rely on
computers.
The reliance is never more apparent than when something happens to
the horrid little box that makes our lives easier. We expect
computers to react a certain way, in certain situations. It nearly
always comes as a surprise when the beloved
little box, know as a computer, refuses to boot up. Probably even
more shocking, is the dawning that we've neglected to backup or
prepare for the unforeseen
disaster that has just been thrust upon us.
Read more
for the Fix in Article #107 |
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#108 - When Something is "FREE" Online |
"Click Here to get a FREE iPod!" Wait...would somebody go out and
spend $300.00 on an iPod, only to give it to me for free? Chances
are - NO!When you
click on these advertisements, they will direct you to a survey
page, where they ask you to fill out one of three forms and submit
it to company A, B or C - depending on which form you filled out.
Now, you are a "member" of company A, B or C's mailing list and will
receive promotional emails on a regular basis.
Read more
for the Fix in Article #108 |
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#109 - What Is Really Behind Your PC's Poor Performance |
Keeping a computer running smoothly and quickly is a never-ending
job. It seems like no time after you take your brand-new PC out of
the box, your computer starts acting up and performing more like the
old PC you got rid of than the new one it is supposed to be. While
this is extremely frustrating, it can be prevented if you know what
is causing your PC's poor performance and how to fix the problems
behind it or avoid them in the first place.
Read more
for the Fix in Article #109 |
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