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How To Password Protect A Flash Drive
Tuesday, September 18th, 2012Critical Java Security Update
Tuesday, September 4th, 2012Have you heard about the new zero-day security exploit in the popular Java software? Chances are if you have a desktop or laptop computer you have Java installed, either by default or the first time you tried to access a site that required it. Continue reading
Windows XP: The End of an Era
Wednesday, August 1st, 2012As of April 2014, Windows will discontinue support for XP. To ensure a safer technological environment, it may be time to prepare for the inevitable and upgrade. Continue reading
The Anti-Virus Story
Tuesday, July 31st, 2012Should I have several anti-virus programs installed on my machine? Can I run an anti-virus program from a removable drive? Which anti-malware program has the coolest name? If you’ve ever found yourself asking any of these questions, you’ll find the answers here. Continue reading
Automatically Logging Into Windows 7 At Startup
Saturday, July 28th, 2012This tip explains how to automatically log into Windows 7 without having to click an account icon first. Continue reading
In The News 06-29-2012
Thursday, June 28th, 2012Typically the In The News article brings you the latest tech news from the week, and this week really isn’t an exception, but there was a small shake-up on Facebook that should affect all Facebook users and should be passed along. The good part is that you can actually do something about it this time. Continue reading
What Is An Administrator Profile And What Does It Do?
Thursday, June 28th, 2012You should normally be able to make any change you want to your operating system – it is your computer after all, right? Unfortunately, that’s not quite the case. The Windows operating systems actually have two different kinds of accounts: standard and administrator. Continue reading
How To Fix “Windows Is Not Genuine” Error
Monday, June 11th, 2012Are you getting a message that your copy of Windows 7 is not genuine? Read this article to find out how to fix it. Continue reading
Are Windows Updates Necessary?
Tuesday, June 5th, 2012Are Windows updates as important as the company leads you to believe? Read on to find out! Continue reading
How to Remove a Password From Windows 7
Tuesday, May 29th, 2012Forgot your password or just don’t want to use one anymore in Windows 7? Find out how to edit or remove a Windows password. Continue reading
The Case of Rapport
Friday, May 25th, 2012The Rapport program is here to help you with your most secure transactions. Continue reading
The Case of the Shredded Files
Monday, May 7th, 2012Did you ever hear the term “shredding” and wonder what it meant aside from doing awesome tricks on your skateboard? Well, here is file shredding – what it does and how it works. Continue reading
Computer Sending E-mail Spam to my Address Book – How Do I Fix It?
Wednesday, May 2nd, 2012Is your computer sending out random messages to people in your address book? You may be infected with a virus. Read more to find out why and how to fix it. Continue reading
KeyPass – The Free Password Manager
Tuesday, May 1st, 2012Ever wanted to keep all your passwords and login information in one secure place? Read this article to find out how – for free! Continue reading
Anvi Smart Defender
Thursday, April 26th, 2012Anvi Smart Defender is an anti-malware program that can add an extra layer of malware and virus protection, when run in conjunction with an effective antivirus. Continue reading
Resetting A Wireless Router Password
Thursday, April 19th, 2012Discover how to change the administrative security password on your Wi-Fi router. Continue reading
Scams and Spams – Watch Out!
Friday, April 13th, 2012This tip describes the difference between Spam and Scam. It provides examples of different types of popular spams and tips on how to avoid getting spam. Continue reading
The Difference Between http: and https:
Friday, April 6th, 2012HTTP: and HTTPS: – This is quite an important question when considering how to keep your sensitive information secure. Continue reading
Changing Network Adapter Security Settings in Windows 7
Tuesday, April 3rd, 2012Discover how to change security settings on your computer to match a nearby wireless network. Continue reading
avast! Free Mobile Security
Friday, March 30th, 2012Highlights of this mobile security suite from avast! include Antivirus, Privacy report, Web shield, Call/SMS filtering, Anti-Theft, and Application Manager. Continue reading
Protecting Your PC While Browsing Online
Friday, March 23rd, 2012No matter what you use the Internet for, you want to make sure you’re using it safely. Welcome to safe Internet browsing 101! Continue reading
What the Heck are ActiveX Controls?
Sunday, March 11th, 2012Are you puzzled by “ActiveX” controls? Well, here’s some info on what these little programs are and how you can avoid them if you want. Continue reading
Remembering those Passwords!
Tuesday, February 7th, 2012Having trouble remembering all of those pesky passwords and PINS? Here are a few methods that may help. Continue reading
KeePass Password Safe – Ultimate Password Utility
Monday, January 23rd, 2012KeePass is a open source secure password utility that lets you generate, save and recall passwords and account information for free. It is secured using 256 bit AES encryption, one of the strongest encryption algorithms made, and allows you to access all the saved information using one master password. Continue reading
Remove Panda Cloud Antivirus
Monday, January 9th, 2012This article will help you uninstall the Panda Cloud Antivirus from your computer via the Windows uninstaller, or using the Panda Cloud Antivirus Generic Uninstaller Tool. Continue reading
Is Paid Virus Protection Worth the Money?
Wednesday, December 28th, 2011Is paid anti-virus protection worth it? Or should you just settle for free, downloadable protection? Continue reading
Recovering Lost Windows Passwords with Ophcrack
Thursday, November 24th, 2011Did you ever want to know how secure your Windows password really is? Well, you’ve come to the right place. Continue reading
