Site Security

Home Page Hijacking and Browser Helper Objects

Internet Explorer has a way for a website to add itself to the list of favorites. It’s a feature Microsoft added so that websites can have a button that says “Bookmark This Site! Just Click Here!

Block websites on your computer

Broadband Internet connectivity is so common these days that almost no one has a second thought about connecting to the Internet. Connecting is easy, but what if you need to control or restrict the wa

History of Computer Viruses to 1989

Science fiction writer David Gerrold wrote “When H.A.R.L.I.E. Was One

Denial of Service Attack

Imagine a group of junior high school kids who decide to play a prank on their least favorite teacher. They agree that they will all call the teacher’s phone, as quickly as they can dial, non-stop, u

Malware Overview

Do you know what goes on under the hood of your car? Do you know the solution for a warning light on the dash? Do you know what's wrong with the car if it starts making strange noises or loses power

Backdoor Programs

It’s the ultimate nightmare for a computer user—the idea that someone outside the computer can take over. The official “technical

Macro Viruses and the Melissa virus

Microsoft thought it was doing it’s customers a favor by adding a programming language to Microsoft Word. In terms of customer service, it was a great idea, because it would allow users to automate a

Drive-By Downloads

You’re surfing the Web, enjoying a quiet afternoon, when a window pops up on the screen. “New Windows Antivirus Update Available,

Virus History

After the flurry of viruses that haunted 2001, 2002 was amazingly quiet. Unfortunately, 2003 took off again.January saw the SQL Slammer worm infect over 75,000 systems in about ten minutes. It attac

Internet Protection and Password Security

It's all about good passwords... How would you react if you found out that your email had been accessed without your permission? How would you feel if all your personal and private information had bee

Adware Overview

Adware is advertising delivered directly to your computer. Generally, a program puts ads on the screen at some regular interval. In some cases, this program can be installed without the user's knowl

Stop spyware- Protect your computer!

Spyware is any software establishes itself without your consent or knowledge and then carries out a series of functions from your computer like keeping a log of the websites that you visit, login info

Firewalls and Proxies

In building construction, a firewall is a structure designed to contain building fires. For example, an attic crawlspace that covers the entire length of the building would allow a fire to roar from

Robert Tappan Morris and the Internet Worm

Robert Tappan Morris claims he only wanted to measure the size of the Internet, but he didn’t count on the speed and power of his program.He wrote a virus program that would spread to other computers.

Web Safety Trends

As children and teens use the Internet more than ever before, parents continue to face potential problems arising from the trend. Stories highlighting issues affecting teens and kids alike run rampant

There be Spyware here, Captain!

The ships bell had just sounded the dogwatch as Captain Skag began to check his email. He had just began to read his favorite E-zine, "Pirates gone wild" when his first mate burst into the cabin. "Cap

What is Domain Name Backordering Watch Out For This One

Domain names are the hottest net-real-estate on the internet. It's no wonder services like: "Domain Name Backordering" is available to the public. Can someone really backorder your domain right from u

Understanding the Problem of Data Security & Encryption

The Nature of Data

Everything stored on your computer can be divided into exactly two categories: applications and data. Applications do the work and data is what they work on. Data is by far the

Windows security software: importance of security software

Windows security software is a part of the macro concept called Science of computers. Windows Security Software is a very detrimental program which is used for not allowing some features of your opera

The Absolute Best Spyware Removers

There are few things you must consider before deciding which spyware remover to purchase that will make you decision much easier. Below you will find all the things you need to keep in mind before pur

Free Spyware Removal Is For Real! But Is It Enough To Protect Your Privacy Online?

Have you wondered whether free spyware removal is for real? The truth is that yes, free spyware removal does exist, although you are limited to only two softwares to choose from. Actually, you have to
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