DriveLock Hard Drive Protection
DriveLock is a hard disk specification that prevents unauthorized access to the contents of a hard drive. If DriveLock is enabled, at power-on the BIOS requests the user password. More ...
PC Chassis Intrusion Detection
An unauthorized person might open a PC case to temporarily remove a hard drive to copy its contents, or to reset the system's password. Newer desktop PCs have a sensor located inside their case that detects when the case cover is removed and sends a signal to the BIOS. More ...
Encryption, Designed to Protect Data, is Internet Criminal's Best Tool
Encryption was designed to protect the data. Pirates now use this tool to not only encrypt your data and but also charge you to unencrypt it. They don't even have to take possession of anything. More ...
How to Stay Safe on Public Wi-Fi
More mobile phone users are using public Wi-Fi hotspots. Data sent through public Wi-Fi can easily be intercepted, many mobile device and laptop users are risking the security of their personal information, digital identity and money. More ...
Computer Architecture, Operation of Microprocessor, and the CISSP Exam
This article provides a review of the Computer Architecture, Hardware domain, Operation of Microprocessor of the CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) exam. More ...
Microsoft Security Essentials
Microsoft Security Essentials (MSE) is a free antivirus program created by Microsoft for Windows XP, Windows Vista, and Windows 7, that provides protection against viruses, spyware, rootkits, and trojans. It replaces Microsoft's subscription-based Windows Live OneCare. More ...
Five Critical Steps to Protect Your Personal Information and Computer
Computer security is vital. You can reduce the likelihood of experiencing identity theft by making your computer as hacker-proof as you can. You need common sense and the right software. Here are five key points in making your computer as safe as possible. More ...
What Are WEP, WPA, TKIP, AES and PSK?
The acronyms WEP, WPA, TKIP, AES and PSK are all related to encryption used in wireless networking. This article explains their meaning in simple terms. More ...
Top Features to Look for in Antivirus Software
With up to 100 new malware threats being discovered every 24 hours, it's absolutely crucial to buy antivirus software that can effectively identify and block malware. This guide will explain some of the most important features and functions that reliable antivirus software needs to have. More ...
What is Phishing and How to Safeguard Against It
Every time you open an email you may be subject to a phishing attack. Upon opening a phishing email, which you will believe came from an authentic source such as your bank or eBay or Paypal, you will be directed to a website to enter your personal information. More ...
Has Malware Turned Off Your PC's User Account Control?
The User Account Control prevents software from installing or changes being made to a PC without the user's permission. Unfortunately hackers have used Windows bugs and vulnerabilities to turn off the User Account Control. Use the steps in this article to make sure the User Account Control on your PC is not turned off. More ...
Top Tips To Secure Your Online PC
Most of us use a PC these days, but how many of us are really serious about securing it? Well, not most of us! They just need to get their job done sitting on the PC and hence look no further. But they do find themselves in great trouble when the PC crashes, files are corrupted, login information are stolen or attacked by viruses and malwares. More ...
Set Windows Defender to Scan Core Operating System Files
Windows Defender cannot do a complete job of scanning malware on your PC because in the GUI (Graphical User Interface) mode, some core operating system files are in use. However, you can set Windows Defender to perform a scan before it loads these core operating system files. More ...
