PC & IT 03 (Jun 10 - Dec 23)

Re: PC & IT 03 (Jun 10 - Dec 13)

Postby winston » Wed Jan 30, 2013 6:55 am

Beware of Attachments

If you get an email that has an attachment (usually there is a paperclip symbol next to the name) don´t open it!

Attachments can have viruses which will hurt your computer.

If you don´t know the person, delete the email right away.

If you do know the person, use a virus scan program first to be sure it is safe.


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Re: PC & IT 03 (Jun 10 - Dec 13)

Postby winston » Sun Jul 14, 2013 9:03 am

Simple safeguards to keep your devices secure By Susanna Khoo

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Re: PC & IT 03 (Jun 10 - Dec 13)

Postby winston » Fri Aug 30, 2013 8:16 am

Computer Tip of the Day

If you're like me, you occasionally close a tab in your browser by accident.

There's a quick way to get that tab to come back: Press Ctrl+Shift+T.

This works for IE, Chrome and Firefox. If you have an Apple, Comand+Shift+T reportedly works.


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Re: PC & IT 03 (Jun 10 - Dec 13)

Postby winston » Tue Nov 05, 2013 7:51 am

How to Erase Yourself From the Internet

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Re: PC & IT 03 (Jun 10 - Dec 13)

Postby winston » Tue Dec 10, 2013 8:24 am

Slow computer? 10 ways to make it run faster

Many people will be planning on upgrading their laptop or PC this Christmas, but here are 10 ways of avoiding a costly new purchase

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Re: PC & IT 03 (Jun 10 - Dec 13)

Postby winston » Sat Jan 04, 2014 8:03 am

If you visit these cafes, hotels, or airports you could be putting yourself at serious risk by Dr. David Eifrig Jr

The next time you visit Starbucks, you could be putting your personal information at risk.

Cafes, hotels, and airports often offer free Wi-Fi (wireless Internet). I regularly see people in airports using free Internet access to pass the time. However, a hacker could also be monitoring your public access.

The U.S. government recently updated warnings on using free, public Wi-Fi. Using free Wi-Fi puts your computer at serious risk.

First, you're logging on to a connection that isn't secure... allowing hackers to retrieve whatever information they want from your computer.

Secondly, the connection you're using could be a fake. Hackers can make their Wi-Fi connections look identical to a legitimate connection. If you log on to one of these, the hacker gets access to your passwords, credit card information, and other personal information.

The easiest way to protect yourself is to never use a public Wi-Fi connection. But if you're using public Wi-Fi now... you probably don't want to give up the convenience.

If you want to continue to enjoy sitting in a Starbucks while you work, make sure you use a virtual private network (VPN). VPNs secure your Internet connection and encrypt your data.

One of the top providers is WiTopia. With plans as low as $39.99 semi-annually, all you have to do is download software to surf the web securely.

Technology blog Lifehacker has a list of well-known VPN providers. You can learn more about them and the benefits of having a VPN here.


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Re: PC & IT 03 (Jun 10 - Dec 14)

Postby winston » Tue Mar 11, 2014 8:45 am

Follow these simple steps to become an Internet "escape artist"

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Re: PC & IT 03 (Jun 10 - Dec 14)

Postby winston » Tue Apr 15, 2014 5:38 am

HEARTBLEED: Five simple steps to protect yourself now

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Re: PC & IT 03 (Jun 10 - Dec 14)

Postby winston » Thu Sep 04, 2014 3:31 pm

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What is the cloud?

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Re: PC & IT 03 (Jun 10 - Dec 14)

Postby winston » Wed Nov 05, 2014 7:35 am

Seven Simple Computer Security Tips By Peter Prestipino

· Use strong passwords. Choose passwords that are difficult or impossible to guess. Give different passwords to all accounts.

· Make regular backups of critical data. Backups must be made at least once each day. Larger organizations should perform a full backup weekly and incremental backups every day. At least once a month the backup media should be verified.

· Use virus protection software. That means three things: having it on your computer in the first place, checking daily for new virus signature updates, and then actually scanning all the files on your computer periodically.

· Use a firewall as a gatekeeper between your computer and the Internet. Firewalls are usually software products. They are essential for those who keep their computers online through the popular DSL and cable modem connections but they are also valuable for those who still dial in.

· Do not keep computers online when not in use. Either shut them off or physically disconnect them from Internet connection.

· Do not open e-mail attachments from strangers, regardless of how enticing the Subject Line or attachment may be. Be suspicious of any unexpected e-mail attachment from someone you do know because it may have been sent without that person’s knowledge from an infected machine.

* Regularly download security patches from your software vendors.


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