Tip #3992 - No More Computer Snoops
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No
More Computer Snoops
If you’re like
me, you value your privacy; both in your home and on your computer. It
seems that we all tend to think that just because we are using our computer
at home and no one can access it unless they're given permission, our
private documents and files are safe. Well, that's just not always the
case!
What if I told you
there is a possibility that a stranger could access your personal information
on your computer from anywhere in the world? What if I told you a stranger
could use your computer remotely, without your permission or knowledge?
They can track every move you make and could even have access to your
credit card numbers, social security number and other valuable personal
information that you may have stored on your computer.
Well, in order to
help protect you from identity theft and snooping in general, I wanted
to share this tip that I even use on my own computer all the time. Check
it out!
Note:
This tip is for Windows XP users, however, it can probably be done with
other operating systems as well.
Step 1:
Go to the Start menu.
Step 2:
Click on the Control Panel.
Step 3:
In the Control Panel menu, click Performance and Maintenance.
Step 4: Under
the Performance and Maintenance menu, click on System.
Step 5:
In the System menu, click on the Remote tab.
Step 6:
Under the Remote tab, make sure no boxes are checked
for remote assistance or access. Once you've double checked them, click
the OK button at the bottom of the box.
That’s it. Now,
you can be sure that no one is snooping in your private documents and
files. You will no longer be tracked by snoops and no one can use your
computer without your permission. Oh yeah!
~ Becky Miles
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