Category Archives: Security

IAC toolbars — exposed again

You may not know the name IAC, but we’re betting you recognize the names Ask.com, FunWebProducts, Ask Toolbar, and SmileyCentral. They’re all products of Interactive Corporation which is IAC. And we’ve long been fighting against this corporate parasite because IAC makes a lot of money by deceiving and tricking computer users, just like you. They promise you everything… Read More »

Oracle updates Java, but security flaws remain

Yet another security flaw was discovered in the current version of Java that allows cyber criminals to install software on computers without the owner’s knowledge or consent. The software allows cyber criminals to perform all sorts of mischief on the target computer ranging from turning the computer into a zombie to identity theft. Java is the most used… Read More »

Security programs can often be wrong…

Bob’s antivirus program gave us a bad rating My anti-Virus gave you a very bad rating. I will try to correct that rating with them. Maybe you should do the same. Trend Micro Titanium is the ant-virus. Love you guys. You’ve been only helpful to me. Bob Our answer Thanks for your nice comments, Bob. We’re not sure… Read More »

Real vs. Rogue: Can you pass this test?

As we’ve mentioned many times before, viruses and Trojans are very nasty things, but the chances that you’ll be infected by one of them are far less than the chance you’ll install a rogue software program on your computer. And if you think Rogues aren’t as bad as viruses and Trojans, keep in mind that most Viruses and Trojans can… Read More »