Security Alerts

Web-Based Virus Scans

Are you infected? Don't spend the money for a virus program just yet! Make certain you're in need of a proper virus scanner with a web-based scan first!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/web-based-virus-scans

Microsoft Security Essentials

Looking for basic anti-virus protection from a big name? Microsoft Security Essentials might be just what you're looking for!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/Microsoft-security-essentials

Remove Ransomware

Ransomeware stinks to high heaven! Learn how to remove it with this tip!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/remove-ransomware

The State of Internet Security

Some sobering statistics about the Internet. You might want to check these out!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/the-state-of-internet-security

Basic Security Safety

We all make security mistakes. Here are a couple of big ones!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/basic-security-safety

Ippon

The Black hat Conference has shown "Ippon", and it is bad news for unsecured wireless networks!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/ippon

Net Guardian 1

All you need to know about Net Guardian and what this handy program can do for you!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/net-guardian-1

ActiveX Vulnerability

Yet another security issue for those using Windows XP and older versions of Internet Explorer. Check here to fix it all up!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/activex-vulnerability

Microsoft Security Essentials Beta

Here's what you need to know about Microsoft's newest security program. The truth might surprise you!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/microsoft-security-essentials-beta

DirectShow Flaw

DirectShow has a security flaw in it, but our resident guru has found a workaround! Check this out!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/directshow-flaw

Spam by the Numbers for May

Here's the count for Spam distribution for the month of May.
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/spam-by-the-numbers-may

Rogue Software Screen Images

Ever get a pop-up that looks more suspicious than normal? Want to know how to take care of that? Yep. Right here, folks!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/rogue-software-screen-images

TCP View

Want to know what programs are accessing the internet and when? Check out TCP view!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/tcp-view

Cyber Czar

It's a matter of national security. President Obama has created a new government position, called the "Cyber Czar" to spearhead data protection in the United States.
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/cyber-czar

Use Adobe Acrobat Safely

Although there are some security flaws, Adobe Acrobat can still be used safely if you turn off JavaScript. Here's the skinny on how to do just that!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/use-adobe-acrobat-safely

Conficker Again?

The Conficker worm: Is it still out there? Should we care? Read on to find out more!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/conficker-again

Is Google Tracking me?

Is Google really tracking me on the Internet, or am I just being paranoid? Let's delve into this subject a little further!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/is-google-tracking-me

The Death of Autorun

Turns out that we'll be saying goodbye to autorun in the near future. Check this article to find out why!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/the-death-of-autorun

Why do People Make Viruses?

Ever wonder why viruses exist in the first place? Gary offers a few insightful reasons that may shed some light on the seedier side of the Internet.
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/why-do-people-make-viruses

Web of Trust

These days it seems like there are more and more malicious web sites cropping up every day. These sites can either cause harm to your computer, or just annoy you and waste your time. I'm sure that I'm not the only one that feels that way, too. Well, now we can fight against malicious websites with a little add on for Firefox and IE called Web Of Trust (WOT).
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/web-of-trust