No, a firewall is not something that can help save your computer from a hazardous fire. Rather, a firewall is a type of security software that monitors all data your PC receives through the Internet. Trusted data is allowed through, and potentially unsafe files are blocked from passing through to your computer.…
Protecting your PC with a Firewall
5 Resources to Keep Yourself Safe on the Internet
Internet security and safety is one of the top concerns for all PC users. Nowadays, we find ourselves sharing all kinds of personal information on the web from social security numbers to credit card numbers, and even our home addresses. There are hackers and other malevolant individuals whose sole intentions are to steal this invaluable data from unsuspecting Internet users. For this reason, there are steps that every computer user should take to best ensure that you keep your personal information safe and out of the wrong hands.
These five resources should help you take that extra step to protect …
How to Protect Yourself From Malware
As the most popular version of Windows since XP, Windows 7 is an obvious target for hackers who create dangerous programs designed to infect your computer. Since it’s release, Windows 7 has experienced a nearly 30% increase in malware attacks. At the same time, Windows XP attacks are declining. So how can you keep your information secure and best avoid being affected by malware?…
How to Make Windows 7 Easier to Read
If you’re like me, you can get a little enthralled by everything you do on your computer. It can be hard for me to take my eyes off the monitor at times.
The longer you look, however, the more tired your eyes can get. Especially if you find yourself straining your eyes to read small text. For those of you who spend a lot of time on the computer, there are ways you can improve your Windows 7 interface. Here are some steps you can take to make the text on your PC monitor easier to see.…
Tips to Avoid E-mail Phishing Scams
Unfortunately, spam emails are nearly unavoidable, and many of us find ourselves deleting spam email every week or even every day. Though spam may continue to be something we have to deal with, that doesn’t mean that we have to fall for the tricks of spam. Phishing scams are most often email messages that try to pass off as legitimate emails in attempt to steal your personal data.
Many times, phishing scams may go unnoticed, so here are a few tips to help you spot these fake and potentially dangerous email messages.…
