Virus, malware, and security in general
Jan
28
I recently did a 2-hour special interview with Mary Coon of Motivational-radio.com on the subject of online security. We focused on my “14 Golden Rules of Computer Security” (which is currently being revised and will help launch my new site) We had a very lively discussion. More interviews are planned for the future. I guess …
Permanent link to this article: http://www.davescomputertips.com/2012/01/listen-to-my-interview-with-mary-coon-about-online-security/
Jan
11
Security strategies have long been a hot chestnut for discussion, opinions are as varied as the software itself and myths abound. Achieving maximum security is theoretically as easy as merely installing lots and lots of lovely security software – but in reality, elements such as conflicts, excessive resource usage and massive slowdowns make that approach …
Permanent link to this article: http://www.davescomputertips.com/2012/01/winpatrol-the-ideal-way-to-augment-your-security/
Jan
09
Do you recall how many times you have granted permission for an app, something or someone to access your personal information on social sites? Do you know how to easily access your permissions page in order to find out and revoke unwanted permissions? If your answer to those questions is ‘No’ then perhaps you should …
Permanent link to this article: http://www.davescomputertips.com/2012/01/clean-up-social-media-permissions-quickly-and-easily/
Dec
30
Avast has recently released its free security app for use on Android devices. Simply named ‘Avast Mobile Security’, the app includes an extensive set of Android specific security features, including real time protection, malicious app scanning, premium SMS blocking, link scanning and anti-theft. There is also a Firewall feature but that will only work on …
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Dec
15
In this part, I’ll comment on some of the past articles I’ve posted about passwords and align them all with the new paradigm (See “The New Password Paradigm – Part 1” and “The New Password Paradigm – Part 2“).
Feb 17 2008: How to Write Down Your Passwords and Not Worry About Someone Stealing Them …
Permanent link to this article: http://www.davescomputertips.com/2011/12/the-new-password-paradigm-part-3/
Dec
13
In The New Password Paradigm – Part 1, I promised to expand on the concept and also to provide an analysis of things I have told you in the past about passwords. Some of what I told you is still valid, even in the light of the new paradigm. Some of the information was off …
Permanent link to this article: http://www.davescomputertips.com/2011/12/the-new-password-paradigm-part-2/
Dec
13
I guess most users would now be utilizing at least one of the common site advisory services to augment security when browsing. These services are generally installed as browser add-ons or plug-ins and help identify rogue sites per medium of a ratings system. Because of my work with DCT, I utilize them all, regularly and …
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Dec
09
Researchers have discovered yet another security hole in software giant Adobe’s PDF reader, Acrobat. This is the latest in a long line of vulnerabilities in Acrobat that can allow an attacker full control over your PC if you open an infected PDF file.
Adobe has this to say about the discovery:
A critical vulnerability has …
Permanent link to this article: http://www.davescomputertips.com/2011/12/dump-the-acrobat/
Dec
07
Comodo recently released its contender in the malware scanner/remover type software department. Yes, it’s free and what’s more it’s portable – don’t ya just love portable!!
Comodo has also added an interesting and innovative component called KillSwitch, which makes CCE rather unique and sets it apart from competitors. Here is what Comodo has to say …
Permanent link to this article: http://www.davescomputertips.com/2011/12/comodo-cleaning-essentials-portable-malware-cleaner/
Nov
30
I’m not suggesting you stop drinking coffee – I would never deprive anyone of that life giving nectar! Heck, It’s a known fact that 95% of the tech world runs on Coffee (the other 5% substitutes alternate caffeinated beverages).
What I am suggesting is that you delete, remove, and abandon Java on your computer!
Why? …
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Nov
30
If you’re anything like me you’ll have literally dozens of logins and accounts which require a password for authentication, and having lots of passwords plus a bad memory is not exactly an advantageous combination.
Anyone can easily create a very strong password in just a matter of seconds simply by typing a long string of …
Permanent link to this article: http://www.davescomputertips.com/2011/11/how-to-create-a-strong-password-that-you-can-actually-remember/
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Nov
12
For the uninitiated; Steam is a games distribution platform, developed by Valve Corporation, which is very popular among the gaming fraternity. News recently hit the headlines that Steam Forums, the associated discussion board, had been hacked. Now, Valve CEO Gabe Newell has announced that the breach was more serious and in fact goes beyond the …
Permanent link to this article: http://www.davescomputertips.com/2011/11/a-warning-for-steam-account-holders/
Nov
11
If you haven’t updated Adobe’s Flash player in the last 23 hours you should do so right now!
Adobe has released a critical update for Flash player that addresses 12 serious security holes in the software in versions 11.0.1.152 and earlier. This affects ALL Microsoft Windows systems, as well as Mac, Linux, and Solaris.
From …
Permanent link to this article: http://www.davescomputertips.com/2011/11/critical-update-for-flash-player-12-security-holes-patched/
Nov
10
We all share our personal information online daily with multiple parties. Many of us, unwisely, also use the same login information for multiple sites. While most of us pay particular attention to security we have little control over the sites we contact and the practices they follow and those who are susceptible to malware or …
Permanent link to this article: http://www.davescomputertips.com/2011/11/hacked-cracked-phished-or-pwned/
