Computer Architecture, Main Memory, and the CISSP Exam
Main memory is the part of the computer that stores programs, instructions, and data. The two basic types of physical memory are DRAM (Dynamic RAM) and SRAM (Static RAM). More ...
What is Spyware?
Spyware is a type of malware (MALicious softWARE) that can take over your computer, without your knowledge or consent. Most types of spyware gather at personal information about the user, this includes information about your surfing habits, and in extreme cases passwords to Internet bank accounts. More ...
The Complete Malware Prevention, Protection, and Removal Guide
Malware is software that's designed to infiltrate or damage a computer system without your consent. Viruses, Spyware, Adware, Worms, and Trojan Horses are all Malware. This guide arms you with just about everything you need to prevent, protect, and remove Malware. 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 ...
The Windows Bootup Process
Lets take a quick look at how Windows boots up. Depending on whether the system is BIOS-based or EFI-based, the bootup process differs up to the point of passing control to the Kernel. More ...
Easiest Ways to Beat Ransomware
Ransomware attackers are causing real damage to the users with their malicious codes and practices. Thus in present situation users are also practicing some smart tactics to prevent ransomware threats. Here are a few steps to avert ransomware attacks. More ...
A Guide to Understanding Security and Safe Windows Vista Computing
If you connect to the Internet, allow other people to use your computer, or share files with others, you should take steps to protect your computer from harm. Why? Because there are computer criminals who attack other people's computers. More ...
Six Steps to Get and Keep Your Computer Running at Full Speed
Viruses are everywhere. They run ramped across the internet and your computer just might be a virtual playground for these computer bugs. But it simply does not have to be that way. There are certain measures you can take that will stop almost all viruses, trojans, spyware, adware, and worms dead in their tracks. More ...
Ransomware and How To Protect Yourself
Ransomware is a term for a group of malicious software (or malware) programs that encrypt your files or lock your computer in some way and demand a ransom to decrypt your files or unlock your computer. More ...
BIOS Security
There are several features available in modern BIOS that can be configured to help prevent malicious attacks on a PC. These include Boot Sector Virus Protection, BIOS Password, and BIOS Boot Sequence. More ...
Seven Steps to a Secure Wireless Network
The signal of a WiFi network can be picked up by any device within range. This means that anyone with a laptop in range of your network may be able to connect to it unless you take precautions. More ...
Set Windows 10 Controlled Folder Access to Protect Against Ransomware
The best defense against ransomware is, of course, performing frequent backups. But in Windows 10 Security you can configure Ransomware protection to block unauthorized apps from making changes to files on your computer. More ...
