Hard to believe we have yet another rogue program.
Friday, July 30, 2010
Thursday, July 29, 2010
Bharath's Security Blog
A couple of new rogue programs to watch out for. There is no rest for the weary, although it was over a month since Bharath published the last new rogue. Be careful ou there. They are out to get you!
Wednesday, July 28, 2010
Browser Choice
I was looking at Kim Komando's web site (http://www.komando.com/) this morning, as I do every day, and happened upon this tidbit:
"Microsoft's Internet Explorer is rife with security holes. Over the years, many of these security problems have been patched through Windows updates. But new ones continue to appear. I recommend that you switch to the Firefox browser. It's free. I think it is inherently safer."
I happen to agree. I have encouraged all of you to use Firefox as your default browser. You can't get rid of Internet Explorer, but you can avoid using it. There are lots of browsers out there, and they are all free, but I personally have tried them all, like Firefox best, and recommend it for your use. You can download it at http://www.mozilla.com/en-US/.
"Microsoft's Internet Explorer is rife with security holes. Over the years, many of these security problems have been patched through Windows updates. But new ones continue to appear. I recommend that you switch to the Firefox browser. It's free. I think it is inherently safer."
I happen to agree. I have encouraged all of you to use Firefox as your default browser. You can't get rid of Internet Explorer, but you can avoid using it. There are lots of browsers out there, and they are all free, but I personally have tried them all, like Firefox best, and recommend it for your use. You can download it at http://www.mozilla.com/en-US/.
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
Baby Moose
Okay, we've all seen a moose or two on more than one occasion, but this video is quite remarkable IMHO. Even if you have seen it you might enjoy viewing it again.
The home page of the web site http://www.wimp.com/ claims "Best videos on the Web. Suitable for all ages." I have watched quite a few and there is sure to be something for all ages. Lots of fun.
Monday, July 26, 2010
Making Windows XP Last for Another 4 Years
This is an oldie but goodie that I first posted in 2008, and at that time the post was titled Making Windows XP Last for Another 6 Years! Note that the title has been changed to 4 years!!
I have come to use my desktop, referenced in the original post, much less these days. As a matter of fact since we moved I have not unpacked it. I have become quite happy using a laptop. I have 2 Acers, and one runs Windows XP and the other, my new primary machine, runs Windows 7.
If you have Windows XP, whether a desktop or laptop, and want to continue using it for some time, you are in good company and can plan on using it for another 4 years if you keep it updated and follow my recommended security suite of free programs. One note I would make is that I did upgrade the RAM from 1GB to 2GB, and I would urge you to do the same if your machine has that capacity.
I have come to use my desktop, referenced in the original post, much less these days. As a matter of fact since we moved I have not unpacked it. I have become quite happy using a laptop. I have 2 Acers, and one runs Windows XP and the other, my new primary machine, runs Windows 7.
If you have Windows XP, whether a desktop or laptop, and want to continue using it for some time, you are in good company and can plan on using it for another 4 years if you keep it updated and follow my recommended security suite of free programs. One note I would make is that I did upgrade the RAM from 1GB to 2GB, and I would urge you to do the same if your machine has that capacity.
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