Data theft, file loss/corruption, system disruption, email/SMS spam, unauthorized popup ads and remote control. When your PC is infected by malware, these are some of the major risks you could be exposed to. Prevention is the best-case scenario. But no antivirus can guarantee 100 percent protection from malware. No antivirus can guarantee 100 percent protection from malware You must brace for instances when malware does seep through any defenses you may have. It’s vital that you know the … [Read more...]
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An Antivirus Will Not Protect You from User Error
It would be pretty great if antivirus protected us from all the online security threats out there. Unfortunately, though, this isn’t the case. Often, customers come to us asking if they should purchase a third-party antivirus software rather than use the basic one that comes with their operating system. Our answer to this question always tends to be: stick to the antivirus that comes with your computer. Let’s take a look at why below. What antivirus can and can’t … [Read more...]
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FBI urges home users to reboot their routers to disrupt the spread of newly discovered malware
The FBI is urging owners of routers used in most homes and small offices perform a power-cycle (reboot) of their device to help disrupt the spread of a newly discovered malware targeting such devices. Vulnerable routers include popular devices from Netgear, Linksys, and TP-Link - however this is not a complete list. A reboot is done by unplugging the thin/black power cable from the rear of the router, waiting about 15 seconds, then plugging it back in. After a few minutes all of the lights on … [Read more...]
January 1, 2010 By Computer Techs
How to avoid malware and viruses
What is malware/virus – and how does it get on the computer?Malware is short for malicious software and includes viruses, spyware, scareware and similar programs installed on your computer that is installed without your consent or knowledge. Most malware mimics legitimate software in an attempt to get you to purchase something and divulge your credit card information. Malware usually comes from 3 main sources: Malware can come as an e-mail attachment such as a file with an .exe or .zip … [Read more...]