Security Alerts

XP Antivirus 2008

I'm sure many of you have heard of XP Antivirus 2008 and while it may make you cringe, I have some good news for you! There's an easy way to get rid of XP Antivirus 2008 and all you have to do is read this tip. Easy enough, right? Get to it!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/5065

Create Strong Passwords - Sing It!

Sing Your Password
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/5050

Vishing: A New Type of Scam

You've all heard of phishing before, but what about vishing? It's fairly new, but it's just as dangerous. I urge you to read here for all the details on this new type of scam. Trust me, you don't want to miss this one!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/5045

Saying Yes to Spam?

Of course, we here at WorldStart always tell you to say no to spam, but what if you accidentally gave in one time? Or, what if you accepted it all the time? What would happen to your computer? Well, a study was done to answer that exact question and the results were astounding. Read all about it right here!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/5030

Firefox: Is It More Secure?

If you're not yet a Firefox user, here's something else that might change your mind. A recent study was done and it basically found that Firefox users are more secure. Of course, there are several reasons behind that and you can read all about them right here!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/5012

AxCrypt

Do you want to start encrypting or password protecting your files? Want a safe and easy way to do it? Then you've got to give AxCrypt a try. It's one of the easiest programs I've ever worked with and it gets the job done right. Check it out!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/5006

Control That Virus

Have you ever had to deal with a virus on your computer. We've all been there, but controlling that virus really doesn't have to be as hard as you may think. Read here for some great tips on how you can keep that virus in check before it does too much damage. This is a must read!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/5002

Vista Privacy and Security

Interested in taking a deeper look into the privacy and security features in Windows Vista? Well, all you have to do is read here. It's all laid out for you, so take a look!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/4994

New Gmail Security

Are you an avid Gmail user? If so, you're going to love what I have for you today! Yep, Google has finally implemented some new security features into their Gmail e-mail program and it's up to you to take advantage of them. Read all about it right here, right now!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/4991

Trojans Still Dominate

The Panda Security company released their report on malware for the second quarter of 2008 and it comes as no surprise that Trojans made the top of the list yet again. Read here to find out which Trojans you should look out for and what else the report had to say. This is a must read!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/4984

Windows Updates vs. ZoneAlarm Fixed

By now, I'm sure you've all heard about the problem between the ZoneAlarm firewall program and the Windows Updates for July 2008. Well, a fix has finally been issued and you can read all about it right here. You don't want to miss this one!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/4980

Windows Updates vs. ZoneAlarm

As you've probably already heard, there is a big issue between the July 2008 Windows Updates and the ZoneAlarm firewall program. You can read all about it right here and find out what you can do until the problem is fixed. It's a must read!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/4975

Secunia PSI

Are all the programs on your computer up to date? Not quite sure if they are or not? Then you've got to check out this awesome download. It's called Secunia PSI and it will scan your computer and help you get as up to date as possible. It's also a great security program to have on your side. Check it out today!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/4968

New Security Fixes

Today, instead of telling you about a new scary threat to your system, I have some good news! As promised, I'm keeping you up to date on security issues we have covered before. I have two fixes for some pretty big bugs still looming around the Web. Read here to check them out!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/4957

Security Warning: Exiting Explorer

You may or may not have heard about the prank going around in Windows Vista when you exit the Explorer window. Well, consider yourself warned, because this isn't one to mess around with. Read here for all the important details and be sure to keep yourself safe at all times!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/4936

Firefox 3 Hits Record: A Continuation

I know we've talked about the Firefox 3 record breaking before, but I just have a few more pieces of information to share with you about it. Part of it has to do with a security flaw as well, so please read here as soon as you get a chance. It's a must read!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/4932

New Ransomware on the Loose

Do you remember me talking about ransomware a few weeks back? Well, ransomware is another type of malware that is very unique. It's usually easy to detect and quarantine, but just recently, a new ransomware virus was found and it's a little more serious. Read all about it right here and find out how you can keep yourself safe!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/4911

Alternative Virus Removal

Has your computer ever been infected with a virus that was so bad, you couldn't even get your antivirus program to open? Yeah, I'd say that's pretty bad! Well, luckily, there are a couple other things you can do to get your computer back up and running. Read all about them right here, right now!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/4910

Critical Security Warning: Safari for Windows

Do you use the Windows version of the popular Safari Web browser? If so, you need to read this security tip as soon as possible. A security hole has been found within the browser and you need to take care of it right away. Read here for all the details!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/4896

Safe Browsing

You're told not to go to any Web sites you don't trust, but what if it's hard to tell if you should trust one or not? What can you do then? Well, in times like those, the Google Safe Browsing Diagnostic really comes in handy. If you want to do better safe browsing on the Internet, you've got to check it out. Read all about it right here, right now and then give it a try for yourself!
http://www.worldstart.com/tips/tips.php/4880