Most people know that you need some kind of antivirus software to protect from computer viruses. There are millions of computer viruses in the wild, and antivirus software intercepts and protects your computer from infection. You know antivirus software runs in the background, but how does it work?
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Keep your precious Android smartphone and tablet away from malicious applications and websites that compromise your privacy, as well as profit from the personal data stolen from your device. From malware-busting capabilities to vital anti-theft features, these three free and richly featured apps help safeguard your Android device.
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The smartphone press has Android security in its sights these days. Many of their stories delight in comparing Android to Windows for being a malware target. They are often hysterical about the rogue malware apps that are found on the Google Play Store and instances of Android hacking. The sensationalization is enough to make some […]
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A list of the major tech companies that have fallen to hackers in recent times reads like a Who’s Who – Apple, Facebook, Twitter, Evernote and so on. Hackers go after the passwords placed with these large Internet companies for a reason – they wish to use them to hack into those subscribers’ accounts. When […]
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Doing everything by the book is no guarantee that you will see there is a malware infection. A virus or Trojan that is sufficiently new can still get in the past all your defenses. How exactly do you go about removing it and setting your computer free again? It’s always a good idea to follow […]
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As they become more sophisticated and diverse, computers also present an ever-growing range of issues to frustrate their users. With a practically unending number of possible configurations and hardware combinations, it can be difficult to determine the exact cause of a problem unless you have a very good knowledge of the inner workings of your […]
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It’s an obvious question – when you get your antivirus for free (or your “Internet security” as they call it today), could it possibly be as good as the paid variety? Isn’t free software always inferior to paid software? In truth, it isn’t as simple as that.
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Choose a Secure Password! Is Your Take On How To Set a Secure Password All Wrong? The online world runs on passwords. Yet, most of us don’t yet know what kind of password really gives us the best security. This is a little primer on the latest in passwords.
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What is Antivirus protection ?Antivirus protection or antivirus software refers to a computer program which attempts to detect, neutralize and eliminate any malicious software or viruses that cause damages to the performance of your system.
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By: Tim O’Dell Any PC or laptop running Windows software can be open to cyber attack if they access the Internet. From spyware, to viruses, worms and malware, there are bewildering arrays of cyber attacks that can be used against the unwary surfer. The only way to protect your hardware from these attacks is by […]
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The constant evolution of spyware technology and ever-increasing aggressive spyware attacks are doing more harm than anyone could have ever anticipated, exposing privacy, personal information and identities at risk. It is in your best interest to stop spyware dead in its tracks from reducing personal computer performance and breaching your privacy.
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Your broadband network’s “always on” connection can be problematic because it often uses static IP addresses. Hackers can easily come back to the site to further work on their attacks, looking for vulnerabilities. Your computer can get scanned by a hacker multiple times a day without you knowing about it.
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One of the many features offered to all users of the Avast Free Antivirus software is a fully functional e-mail shield. When enabled, the program will scan all incoming messages and outgoing messages for viruses and other types of malware that may be hiding as attachments. You can both enable and configure this feature at […]
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The AutoSandbox is a feature of Avast’s free antivirus software that relates to malicious programs. Any program that is thought by Avast to be malicious will be placed into the AutoSandbox as it tries to start on your machine. Avast will then closely monitor that program and prevent it from doing any damage to your […]
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A Norton subscription allows you to get free virus definition and program updates for your Norton program. Norton subscriptions are typically purchased for a period of one or three years. You can check the status of your Norton subscription right from your Internet browser.
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Computer viruses and other types of malware don´t just affect your computer´s primary hard drive. They can also get into devices like flash drives or external hard drives if you´re not careful. You can use Avast Free Antivirus to perform a complete scan of your external hard drive in just a few moments.
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Online shopping is a popular way to save time and money, with most major retail chains now offering the option to buy their products online. Unfortunately, there are also many unscrupulous fraudsters looking for ways to con people out of their money.
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Running and maintaining an antivirus program is an unfortunate but necessary expense for many computer users. The problem comes from the fact that you have to buy not just the program itself but also a subscription package that updates the program’s virus definitions. Outdated definitions mean insufficient protection, which means that your computer is vulnerable […]
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VIPRE Antivirus is designed in a great way with well combined antivirus features. It incorporates both antivirus and antispyware features and protects from Trojans, rootkits keyloggers, worms, malwares, dialers, malicious scripts and adwares among other threats to a PC. It has been certified as an effective antivirus by the West Coast Labs as an effective […]
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There are so many viruses, spyware and malware infections on the internet, it’s hard to feel safe even just checking your email. Clicking on one wrong link can cause your computer to start running incredibly slow, lead to losing important files or even cause you to have to reinstall your operating system. Many people think […]
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