Top Eleven Tips for Safe Computing
Probably the greatest threat to the security of your computer system is ... human behavior. A majority of the viruses, bugs, spyware, spam and other nasties can be avoided or reduced by modifying our behavior on the Internet. 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 ...
What's a Root Kit and How Hackers Are Getting Into Your Computer With It
The key distinction between a computer virus and a root kit relates to propagation. Like a root kit a computer virus modifies core software components of the system, inserting code which attempts to hide the "infection" and provides some additional feature or service to the attacker. 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 ...
Disable Remote Access
Remote access to your computer is a way to get technical assistance, but after your problem is resolved, it allows a huge security risk. 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 ...
How Hackers Crack Passwords
Password cracking is one of the most enjoyable hacks for the bad guys. These methods include using social engineering techniques. To obtain a password through social engineering, you just ask for it. 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 ...
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 ...
What is Riskware or Grayware?
Riskware are computer programs that possess features that have the potential to be dangerous. Riskware is usually classified based on its function or behavior. The following are the common types of riskware: Spyware, Adware, Hacker tools, Joke. More ...
How to Remove Virus Without Internet Access
If you suspect that your PC has a virus, you can download an antivirus program to eliminate the virus. But what if a virus is preventing your PC from accessing the Intenet? In that case you'll need to use a PC that does have internet access to download this free Portable virus remover. More ...
Avoid the Indigestion of Cookies
You may have heard of cookies, a cute name for a tiny piece of code that is stored on your computer when you visit some websites. In most cases, cookies are harmless, but more aggresive companies use them to track who you are and where you go. This has obvious privacy concerns. 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 ...
