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‘Tis the Season for Scams: 5 Ways to Protect You and Your Family


In today’s hyper-connected digital universe, cyber criminals have more information than ever before, with the ability to reach you through unsecure public Wi-Fi, your email inbox, via text message, and more.

How to Detect Fraudulent Wholesalers and Companies?


Recently there has been an influx of fraudulent wholesalers and dubious bulk discount stores on the net. This article concentrates on how to detect such companies and what necessary checks must be carried out before investing in any business venture.

Access Control Card gives you Security while Working


Those people who work in offices always have this lurking fear of getting fired from their jobs. But they also seek another kind of job security, and that cannot be avoided at any cost. If you work in a commercial bank, or any other private firm, then you may notice that a lot of people visit the premises again and again.

Secure your Passwords with Proficient Online Password Generator


Tech savvy is the word that is in trend these days. With people becoming more and more versed with the latest advancements and technologies, there is an equal threat to the security of the significant and confidential credentials of the companies. With the changing times, the level of security of the passwords and login IDs is not that competent as it used to be few decades ago. With the fabrication of software's that are able to hack the passwords of the IDs, the demand of online password gener

Protecting your online communications with a Virtual Private Network


One way to protect our traffic from this attackers is connecting the Internet through a Virtual Private Network or VPN. A VPN is a secure and encrypted connection that provides security and privacy once your data leaves your computer

How To Stop Malware


Malware is the short name for malicious software. Some people say that Malware is the name for all devious softwares and viruses, but all threats that you might face is not a software or a virus.

Search Engine Poisoning — how to protect from it?


This article explains what search engine poisoning (SEP) is, illustrating the problem's importance with statistic data. It also gives tips on how to protect a home computer from SEP and redirecting problems.

How to find your score through credit reporting


Your credit score will play a very important role in your life. It will determine lots of factors such as the amount of insurance premiums that you will pay or whether you can get a bank loan and at what rate of interest. Many credit bureaus will calculate your credit score based on the credit reports that they receive from lenders. This article discusses the benefits of credit reporting as a preventative measure to keep you safe.

Can Identity Theft Affect Your Online Credit Score?


The growing fear about identity theft is widespread. Over the years you may have established a good financial background or credit standing with one or more financial institutions. We look at the risks you may not be aware of and why things like regular credit score tracking can help keep you safe.

How to Repair the Damage Identity Theft Has Caused


Identity theft has been an increasing problem for people all over the world. With the constant advancement of technology, it has become scarily easy for criminals to get your information and use it to their advantage. While for some, particularly those who have taken the relevant precautions, such as identity theft insurance it can be very simple to fix. For others though who are not as lucky in their efforts to repair the damage it can have severe consequences.

Achieve a Higher Level of Security With Your Business


We live in a world that is constantly changing, and it is much different in many ways than it was just a few short decades ago. One of the ways that the world has certainly changed is in the amount of security that we have. This is not only true of our home security but it is also true of the lack of security in the workplace.

What is Microsoft Security Essentials (MSE)? How would you update virus definitions in it?


Microsoft cares best for its users and introduces products and utilities that are extremely helpful for users worldwide. You get Microsoft Security Essentials (MSE) as one of such utilities that is offered free by Microsoft. MSE is a freebie that is designed to guard your PC or laptop from viruses, malware, spyware, rootkits, Trojan horse and other online threats. MSE is a delight for all those who are using home or small business PCs as it provides real time protection to your computer.

Can I Guess Your Password?


We all know that it's dangerous to use the same password for more than one program. If you sign up for a program run by someone of low moral fibre, what is to stop them running through various programs with your username and password to see what they can access? But of course remembering all the different passwords can be a headache.

Dont Miss Information Because of Misinformation


It has been said that with the wealth of information, freely available, the Internet has the ability to make you smarter, faster, than any other medium on the planet. Of course with an equal amount of mis-information, it also has the ability to make you dumber, faster, than any other medium on the planet.

Behavior to Stay Safer Online


1. Importance of a Virus Scanner: A Antivirus program can help to prevent you from becoming infected with a Virus or Trojan.

Protect Your Little Black Book


The movie Little Black Book features a young woman, Stacy, who is frustrated when her boyfriend refuses to share information about his past relationships. When his PDA, a Palm Tungsten C, falls into her hands, she is faced with a conundrum.

Spy Scanners - Don't Compromise your Privacy


Spies, spyware, internet parasites are among what they are usually called. These are scouts that monitor your web activities.

How to Manage Your Username and Password The Easy and Secure Way


Have been an Internet user for more than 9 years, I have 100's of logins and passwords to keep. I'm paranoid.

5 Simple Steps to Protect your Digital Downloads


A couple of days ago, I was searching for a popular eBook online. Now I'm not going to tell you the name of this eBook for reasons you'll understand in the next few minutes.

Information Security for E-businessmen: Just a Couple of Ideas


If you constantly deal with bank or electronic accounts, it must beyour worst nightmare--to wake up and learn that you are a bankrupt.Some crook stole your personal data and all the money you have beensweating blood for years has flown to somebody else's account.

I Spy...Something Terribly Wrong (In Your Computer)


This really chapped my lips..

Mall Protection


The Loss Prevention Manager should be receptive to the needs and objectives of upper management and work to prevent and reduce loss from crime, fire accidents etc.With the continuing threats brought to us by our AL Quaeda and Taliban enemies and the outbreak of new TV shows that reinforce the danger we all face on a daily basis, one must look within as to how we can protect ourselves from threats both real and imagined.

Passwords or Pass Phrase? Protecting your Intellectual Property


Much has been said on the theory of password protection for files, computer login, and other network access. In the past we used a combination of letters, special characters, and other techniques to try and prevent unwanted or unauthorized access to our computers, resources, and networks.

Temporary Internet Files - the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly


A little bit of time invested into learning about internet security can go a long way in preventing mishaps on your computer. Temporary internet files are not something we should be afraid of, but we should certainly be careful in how much we trust them and how we deal with them.

Reducing Fraudulent Transations - 5 Simple Ways To Protect Yourself


The money being spent online is steadily growing. With billions of dollars being spent each year online, the opportunity to make money on the internet has never been bigger.

Online Shopping: 10 Tips For Safe Online Shopping


Have you ever bought a product or service from the internet?Yes? Me too. You're not alone?Some of the reasons why most people are shopping online are: they can buy anything at anytime because Internet shopping is available 24 hours, all the time.

Top Ten Spyware and Adware Threats Identified


On December 8, 2004 Webroot, an award winning anti-spyware solution provider, released a press release identifying the ten most significant emerging spyware and adware threats. Most of these you probably haven't heard of and a few may surprise you.

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Three-pronged Trojan Attack Threatens Security on the Internet
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Personal Firewalls - Secure Your Computer
There has not been a time in the history of the personal computer that firewalls and anti-virus programs have been more necessary and in-demand. Today, personal computer security is not only threatened by viruses and worms, but also by spyware - those severely annoying programs that are illegally loaded onto your computer from the internet.
Types Of Computer Infections
Computer infections can be broken up into 4 main categories which are explained in detail below:VirusesComputer Viruses are small pieces of software that attach themselves to real programs. An example would be a virus that attaches itself onto windows explorer.
Network Security 101
As more people are logging onto the Internet everyday, Network Security becomes a larger issue. In the United States, identity theft and computer fraud are among the fastest rising crimes.
Secure Your PC From Hackers, Viruses, and Trojans
Viruses, Trojans and Spyware: Protecting yourself.No user on the internet is safe from assault.
Make Money Online - Defend Against The Latest Scam
First, let's do a little recap'. As I stated in the first part of the article, "Make Money Online - The Latest Scam Disclosed", "refund policy scammers" affect the websites that make money online by selling digital products by buying the product and asking for refunds, while keeping the product.
What Every Internet Marketer Should Know About Spyware
If you run any type of Internet business, Adware and Spyware can be a very serious issue. These programs hide themselves on your computer and do all sorts of annoying and potentially dangerous things.
Delete Cookies: New-Age Diet or Common Sense Internet Security?
No, this article isn't about some new, lose-20-pounds-in-a-week, certified-by-some-tan-Southern-California-doctor diet. It's about cookies on your computer - what they are, why they are there, and what to do about them.
Desktop Security Software Risks - Part 1
This is the second in a series of articles highlighting reasons why we need a new model for anti-virus and security solutions.Reason #2: the Desktop Security Software RisksThe risks of placing software on the desktop are such that I will be breaking this article into two parts.
Identity Theft -- 10 Simple Ways to Protect Your Good Name!
Identity Theft is one of the most serious problems facing Internet users. Identity Theft is exactly as the name states -- someone steals your Identity and commits fraud in your name.
How Can Someone Get Private Information From My Computer?
From the "Ask Booster" column in the June 17, 2005 issue of Booster's Auction News, a free ezine for online auction sellers and enthusiasts.Dear Booster,How can someone get private information from my computer?Thank you,Evan S.
Make Money Online - Latest Scam Disclosed
Before we start, I want to make it clear that this article is about scammers that affect people who make money online by selling digital products, like e-books, software, etc. and have a refund policy, because we have a rather long way until the end and, if you are selling physical product or you money online through affiliate programs that don't involve a refund policy it's probably just a waste of time.
Protecting Your Home Both Inside and Out
If you are a parent, you have probably wondered at one time or another, what more you can do to protect your children and yourself, not only physically but emotionally, mentally, spiritually etc. Today many parents and families are discouraged.
7 Ways to Spot a PayPal Scam E-Mail
Paypal is a great site and is used by many to send and receive money. Unfortunately some dishonest people are using the Popularity of Paypal to line their own pockets with gold at the expense of unsuspecting Pay Pal members.
How Free Scripts Can Create Security Problems
With the Internet entering our lives in such an explosive manner, it was inevitable that Internet security issues would follow as well. While credit card frauds are an offline security problem that has been carried over to the Internet as well, spamming and phishing are uniquely Internet security hazards.
Sarbanes-Oxley: A Cross-Industry Email Compliance Challenge
Is your enterprise following the rules?The bulk of financial information in many companies is created, stored and transmitted electronically, maintained by IT and controlled via information integrity procedures and practices. For these reasons, compliance with federal requirements such as the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) is heavily dependent on IT.
Hacked: Who Else Is Using Your Computer?
A friend called me one day and asked if I would stop by to look at his computer. He said it was running abnormally slow and he had found something on his hard-drive he could not explain.
Spyware, This Time Its Personal!
First the basic definition of Spyware: It is a type of software which is installed onto your computer without your permission..
A Basic Introduction To Spyware
Spyware is the most troublesome software to appear on theInternet in recent times. When spyware infects a computersystem, it may be relatively harmless or it may bedevastating.
Watch Out For That Scam
The IFCC (Internet Fraud Complaint Center) received over 200,000 complaint submissions for 2004, an increase of 66.6% from 2003.

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What is Microsoft Security Essentials (MSE)? How would you update virus definitions in it?


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Achieve a Higher Level of Security With Your Business


We live in a world that is constantly changing, and it is much different in many ways than it was just a few short decades ago. One of the ways that the world has certainly changed is in the amount of security that we have. This is not only true of our home security but it is also true of the lack of security in the workplace.


How to Repair the Damage Identity Theft Has Caused


Identity theft has been an increasing problem for people all over the world. With the constant advancement of technology, it has become scarily easy for criminals to get your information and use it to their advantage. While for some, particularly those who have taken the relevant precautions, such as identity theft insurance it can be very simple to fix. For others though who are not as lucky in their efforts to repair the damage it can have severe consequences.