antivirus
Does a Mac Need Security Software?
Add to iTunes | Add to YouTube | Add to Google | RSS Feed A chat room visitor asked me if it’s necessary to have an anti-virus program installed on Mac OS X. Most people will tell you that it isn’t needed, but I have a feeling my assistant Kat won’t agree with that assessment. [...]
The Best Antivirus Security Software
Add to iTunes | Add to YouTube | Add to Google | RSS Feed During live calls recently, one person asked my opinion on the best anti-virus program to use. I always defer this question to my assistant, Kat. She is a five-year Microsoft MVP in Consumer Security. Kat said that if you are looking [...]
McAfee Mess Could Cost Millions
In the antivirus industry, false positives run amok. No matter which vendor you choose to buy from, you’re going to have the occasional hiccup. Those small snafus are usually easily sorted out, with minimal downtime or expense. Once in a while, though, someone falls asleep at the wheel and all hell breaks loose. Such was [...]
Spying with Malware
The numbers are staggering. Google suspects that Vietnamese Internet users have been attacked, in terms of “tens of thousands.” The focus is on the Vietnamese users today, but it could shift easily to attack other regions. That there are so many Internet users compromised in Vietnam is disturbing because, online, we are all connected. Google [...]
Protect Your Computer for Christmas
Happy Holidays! If you are one of those generous Santas who is giving a computer this holiday season, please remember to protect it with some anti-virus and anti-spyware software. It seems that the hackers / criminals are going to vary and increase their attacks in the new year. It has been reported that file sharing [...]
Windows Security Software
It always makes me cringe when someone in my live chat room boasts that they are smart enough to not need any protection software on their computer. I shudder when they claim they couldn’t possibly get infected because they watch what they download. Seriously, folks… in this day and age, do you honestly think that’s [...]
Save Your Computer from Malware – and Naked Journalists!
Some days, it seems as though there is a never-ending barrage of new malware out there in the cyber-world. Hackers and criminals are increasingly creative in trying to get you to click the links, thus delivering you their malicious code. People using services like Twitter also have to be concerned about malware – just ask [...]
Malware – Hate to be Correct
There are times when internet predictions are simply too easy. Last Monday, on these pages, there was an indication that there would be an increase in malware because of the news of the swine flu problem. Regrettably, this has come true. There has been an increase in spam, phishing, malware and other nefarious online activity. [...]
More Malware on its Way – Protect Yourself
Every major news service on the planet is carrying stories about the tragedies and possible escalation of problems concerning the swine flu outbreak. It is a serious problem with the possibility of becoming significantly worse. One of the first responders to this global concern is the hacking / malware community. Hackers and criminals are viewing [...]
Geek Savings on WinPatrol
USA Today has called WinPatrol “very powerful protection”. Yesterday, the founder of WinPatrol, Bill Pytlovany, was gracious and answered a few questions for us. WinPatrol protects your computer by keeping it under constant surveillance. There are stealth methods whereby malware and spyware can infect your computer, without you knowing. Even when you are super cautious, [...]
Sunbelt VIPRE Anti-Virus + Anti-Spyware Coupons
One of the premier security companies is offering our readers an exceptional savings. Sunbelt Software is giving $5 off on its anti-virus (plus anti-spyware) program called VIPRE. This program gives excellent security protection: VIPRE combines anti-virus, anti-spyware, anti-rootkit, anti-malware and other security technologies into a seamless, tightly-integrated security solution. VIPRE delivers comprehensive protection against today’s [...]
Is Your Network Secure?
This is Rodrigo Anonimo’s submission for the HP Magic Giveaway. Feel free to leave comments for this article as you see fit – your feedback is certainly welcomed! If you’d like to submit your own how-to, what-is, or top-five list, you can send it to me. Views and opinions of this writer are not necessarily [...]
Norman Coupons
Life is a jungle out there in Internet-land. Drive-by downloads can install malware on your computer without you even knowing it. It’s imperative that you keep your machine protected. Norman’s products are focused on secure computing. Right now, you can save 20% on Norman AntiVirus and AntiSpyware or Norman Security Suite using coupon code eari37oa9.
Trend Micro Coupons
Trend Micro is a global leader with over two decades of expertise in endpoint, messaging and Web security. Trend’s vision is to create a world safe for exchanging digital information by offering a comprehensive array of customizable solutions to enterprises, small and medium businesses, and individuals. Keep yourself protected with these savings! 30% off Trend [...]
BitDefender Coupons
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