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It makes sense
to keep your computer as safe as possible from viruses, spyware, spam, pop-ups,
and all the other nasties lurking on the internet. Start learning how to
prevent it, and how to fix it if you need to.
Spyware
& Adware | Pop-Ups
| Spam | Viruses | Phishing
Firewalls & Computer Security | Windows
Update
Spyware
/ Adware
Recommended Programs
Spyware Removal Tools for Scanning & Removing Spyware & Adware
Links to the company sites of the top programs.
Why You Need to Choose Your
Spyware Removal Tools Carefully
Why it pays to be cautious.
Are Your Kids Responsible
for Downloading the Spyware on Your Computer?
If you have teenagers, many spyware programs are bundled with popular
downloads.
How to Check if a Program
is Bundled with Spyware or Adware?
Some tips to help insure you don't accidentily install spyware with your
latest download.
How
to Avoid Getting Spyware
What you need to know to prevent getting infected.
Common
signs you have spyware or adware
Some easy ways to tell if you have spyware on your computer
Do
you have spyware or adware on your computer?
Sometimes you may have it and not even know it!
Pop-Ups
 What
browsers block pop-ups?
If you don't install XP2, there are still browser options for blocking
pop-ups.
Programs to Stop Pop-Ups
Recommended products to stop pop-ups cold.
What
are Pop-Up Ads?
What exactly are pop-ups?
Are
Pop-Up Ads Dangerous or Simply Annoying?
What you need to know about your pop-ups.
Installing
a Pop-Up Blocker
Installing & choosing a blocker for your computer
Spam
What
is spim?
Dealing with instant messenger spam.
Are
your spam blocking techniques costing you customers?
You might just want to block pesky spam, but it can also have a negative
effect on your bottom line without you even realizing it.
Preventing
Domain Name Spam
The spam you receive could be the result of using common email addresses
for your domain.
Using
Disposable Email Addresses
Protect your main email account by using disposable addresses.
How
do spammers get your email address?
Common ways you may have unwittingly made your email address available
to spammers.
How Opening an Email Address
Can Tell Spammers You Exist
Why you should be careful when opening email.
Viruses
Preventing
Instant Messenger Virus Attacks
How to keep your computer safe when you use instant messaging programs.
Safe Email Habits
to Prevent Virus
How to reduce your odds of your email infecting your computer.
Safe Surfing
Habits to Prevent Viruses
How to surf safe.
How Do I Know
If I am Infected With a Virus?
Some of the common things to look for.
What is a Worm?
A more destructive variation of a virus.
What
is a trojan & how does it affect your computer
What you need to know
Getting
Hit by the Sobig.F Worm?
All about the Sobig.F Worm and how to prevent getting it.
Beating Blaster
- MS Blaster (LovSan) Worm
How to prevent it, and what to do when you are infected.
Phishing
What is
phishing?
What is phishing and why you need to know.
How to Spot
a Phishing Email Scam
Tell tale signs that the email is from a scammer.
If You Have
Fallen Victim to Phishing - What to do
What you need to do to protect yourself, your identity and your money.
Firewalls
& Computer Security
Popular
Firewall Software
What are the top recommended firewall programs?
What is
a Firewall?
What exactly is a firewall, and what does it do to protect you?
Protecting
Against a Computer Crash
What you can do to minimize the damage.
Windows
Updates
Hows
& Whys of Keeping Windows Safe
Why you need to update your Windows, and how to do it right.
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