We have been literally besieged with emails from folks who subscribe to other tech newsletters – besides ours — who want to know if a new program created to stop the Cryptolocker ransomware malware, which as featured in newsletters x, y, or z is any good. We wrote an article, a while back, about Cryptolocker and in that… Read More »
It has been pointed out to me, and not very nicely, that I was wrong about Microsoft suggesting that users install something other than Microsoft Security Essentials. Inferred in most of the comments I’ve received, that I have somehow made a terrible error – or was just plain prevaricating by saying that Microsoft doesn’t even recommend MSE anymore… Read More »
Did you know that software exists that can turn on your web cam without your knowledge or consent…and it can do so without the web cam light illuminated? In other words your web cam may be turned on and you would not know it. The same is true of the built-in microphone (generally laptops). Here’s a low-tech solution… Read More »
How many of you have seen this commercial? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rmx4twCK3_I There is so much misinformation on the Internet and so much good information on the Internet too. Unlike a good library where you can do research and pretty much trust the sources, the Internet is replete with uninformed sources, rumors, lies, intentionally misleading sites, opinions, and millions of people… Read More »
Wow, I really think conspiracy theorists are mostly humorous. When I first read a similar article, I sniffed and chortled. It sounded so far fetched — plus the Web site it was posted on had pictures of aliens skulking around Area 51. But then I saw a similar post on more, shall we say, reputable sites, and just… Read More »
Emsisoft Anti-Malware just got even better Windows XP, Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 New! Enhanced PUPS Detection included with new Emsisoft version 8.1! Free upgrade for all current paid users. All Emsisoft users should have gotten or will be getting the newest version of Emsisoft via the normal Emsisoft update process. If you haven’t yet, you’ll be getting… Read More »