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DropSmack: Using Dropbox to steal files and deliver malware
April 15, 2013 7:46am PDT
Michael P. Kassner interviews a digital forensic scientist who uses Dropbox to compromise targeted networks -- something the bad guys probably figured out as well.
103 Latest comment by Michael Kassner
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Five free anti-malware tools for Windows PCs
September 12, 2012 11:33am PDT
Protect your system against those insidious malware threats with the help of these reliable removal tools.
34 Latest comment by wfortier@...
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Battling the Google Redirect virus
January 2, 2013 10:56am PST
Consultant Bob Eisenhardt recounts his frustrating experience trying to track down and get rid of a client's search-redirect virus. Here's how he finally ditched it.
36 Latest comment by Jane3344
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10 tips for sharpening your logical thinking
July 14, 2011 10:29am PDT
Logical thinking helps you discern the truth, solve problems, and make good decisions -- unless your logic is flawed. Here are a few principles that will help ensure correct reasoning.
29 Latest comment by Jtempys
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10 ways to avoid viruses and spyware
June 19, 2009 11:28am PDT
To have a fighting chance against today's rampant security threats, end users have to be informed and proactive. Here are some practical guidelines they can follow to minimize the risk of...
186 Latest comment by Glow79
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Increase any PC's performance with these 10 steps
July 3, 2012 3:51am PDT
Justin James lists 10 simple steps that will help improve the speed and performance of any PC.
30 Latest comment by SlowPCHelp
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The FBI locked your computer? Watch out for new spins on ransomware
November 15, 2012 7:18am PST
The FBI locks your computer. Can they do that? Or is it fake? How does one know? Michael Kassner asks an expert for help with the latest forms of ransomware.
89 Latest comment by JCitizen
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Five free tools to keep your Windows PC running malware-free
October 24, 2011 1:09pm PDT
You know you have to stay on top of those insidious malware threats, but what's the most effective (and affordable) solution? Here are some solid options.
93 Latest comment by JCitizen
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Blog Post
10 ways to detect computer malware
August 25, 2009 10:47am PDT
In the ongoing war against malware threats, you need tools that will baseline your system, detect vulnerabilities, and remove existing malware.
154 Latest comment by reviewsgirl
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Articles
Take back control after Internet Explorer is hijacked
April 23, 2003 7:00am PDT
Remove malicious code and regain control over Internet Explorer.
3 Latest comment by dipsosgirl
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Blog Post
10 things you can do to boost PC performance
September 9, 2011 2:17pm PDT
Does your PC performance need a kick in the pants? These simple steps will help speed things up.
58 Latest comment by dvijaydev46
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Top 10 sites to debunk urban legends
January 4, 2008 7:06am PST
Has this ever happened to you? You're busy working on an intense project when someone in the company excitedly forwards you one of those stupid urban legend chain mail spams asking if it is...
26 Latest comment by johnston6
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Review: Cover all the bases with Malwarebytes
February 8, 2013 12:55pm PST
To cover all your bases, anti-malware software is great to have running in conjunction with any anti-virus application.
43 Latest comment by Techevolution79
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Top 10 sites to debunk Internet hoaxes
August 6, 2010 3:06pm PDT
When your users turn into Chicken Little over the latest hoax, scam, rumor, or urban legend, point them to the sites on this list to ease their minds (and preempt a rash of chain mail).
30 Latest comment by HAL 9000
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Keeping it clean: Protect your iPad or iPhone with VirusBarrier
July 12, 2011 11:24am PDT
Now that he uses an iPad almost daily, Derek Schauland looked into some virus-scanning protection for it. Here's his take on the reasonably-priced VirusBarrier app for iOS devices.
3 Latest comment by sparent
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Are antivirus applications necessary on the Android mobile platform?
April 29, 2011 1:35pm PDT
To install antivirus applications or not to install antivirus apps is a conundrum that confounds some Android mobile users. Jack Wallen weighs in on this debate.
17 Latest comment by alexdavid
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Articles
12 steps to avoid phishing scams
August 4, 2005 4:08pm PDT
Here are 12 steps that can help significantly reduce the risk of phishing scams, along with examples of both e-mail and Web browser phishing attacks.
11 Latest comment by binod049
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Virus scanning with ClamAV
May 27, 2005 7:00am PDT
If you're looking for an open source virus scanner, check out ClamAV, which ships with most Linux distributions. ClamAV scans for viruses as e-mail arrives.
5 Latest comment by EjayHire@...
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Find out which mobile apps are stealing your identity
January 28, 2013 6:39am PST
Mobile device malware is approaching exponential growth. Mobile apps are the vehicle of choice to deliver malware. Michael P. Kassner looks at our options.
33 Latest comment by viProCon
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10 ways to keep your messages out of spam filters
March 16, 2011 12:44pm PDT
Legitimate messages that get snagged by spam filters can lead to big problems -- such as derailed job searches, hard feelings, and lost business. These tips will help ensure that your messages...
12 Latest comment by NickNielsen
