Why Do I Still Get Viruses? by Darren Miller
Viruses & Anti-Virus Software ------------ Many people have Anti-Virus software installed. Many of the major Anti-Virus software company's now promote what they call "Security Suites" or packages. These Security Suites contain everything from Anti-Virus, Firewall Protection, SPAM and Pop-Up... Non-damaging virus usually do not need activation; Identification - Once the virus has infected computers and activated themselves in the wild (on your computer), they are isolated and documented and sent to the anti-virus companies; Recognition - The anti-virus companies then develop the...

How Many Anti Adware And Spyware Software Do You Really Need by Karl Sultana
We all agree that one anti adware and spyware software is a must. However owing more than one is really not important for several reasons. The first and worse is the fact that it can be dangerous if you are not familiar with these type of software. 1. ... This is a feature that most free software do not have and that is why they are free. ... The anti adware and spyware, antivirus and firewall software. ... Just one is enough so you do not create problems with your antivirus or other anti spyware and adware software.

Top Tips To Secure Your Online PC by Agnivo Roy
Most of us use a PC these days, but how many of us are really serious about securing it? Well, not most of us! They just need to get their job done sitting on the PC and hence look no further. But they do find themselves in great trouble when the PC crashes, files are corrupted, login... Use a Firewall To protect your PC with network/internet connection from the prying eyes of hackers and abusers, it's a necessity to install a Firewall software. ... A firewall is simply a piece of software that sits between your PC and the outside world (network/www) and allows certain programs/data to...

Fighting off Viruses: Advancements in Antivirus Software Suites by Carmel Whittle
Protecting your computer from a virus is getting harder and harder each day, making it very difficult to fight off viruses attacks. While it may border on the paranoid, it goes without saying that you can’t leave your guard down for one second. Even corporate giant Microsoft has found its own... Invisus Internet Security 2006 provides best of breed technologies, using Kerio Firewall, Sophos Anti-virus, CounterSpy as well as BigFix..Virsus scans done every day with live updates scheduled scan options available, software has been known to discover virus attacks three hours to two days before...

The Home Computer User's Guide to Spyware by Richard Rogers
As with the computer virus, spyware can be broken down into a number of different categories. Most users are familiar with the term “adware” which refers to software which serves annoying ads. There are however a number of other spyware variants you should be aware of. ... - Install a reputable anti-virus program like Norton Anti-Virus or McAfee VirusScan. ... Top personal firewall software picks include Zone Labs’s Zone Alarm and Norton Personal Firewall. ... - Avoid downloading free software programs including screensavers and weather toolbars.

Protecting Your PC for Free by Rob Pirozzi
It is possible to provide very good protection for your PC without spending any money. There are four excellent software packages that are available for free. All are for home, non-commercial, use, with the exception of Spybot which is free to everyone. ... The free software packages that you should download and install are: ZoneLabs Free ZoneAlarm (http://www.zonelabs.com/store/content/company/products/znalm/freeDownload.jsp) AVG's AVG Anti-Virus Free Edition (http://www.grisoft.com/doc/40/lng/ww) Lavasoft's Ad-Aware SE Personal (http://www.lavasoftusa.com/software/adaware/)...

Spyware & Business Computers by Glen Littlejohn
I. BACKGROUND Spyware is typically not a virus, so many anti-virus programs are not equipped to block, detect, or eliminate it. Spyware is not typically a cookie that you can simply delete through your browser tools. Often installed on your computer without your consent, spyware will: A. ... Be aware, however, that some of these free software applications bundle other software, including spyware. ... Download free software only from sites you know and trust. ... It can be appealing to download free software like games, peer-to-peer file-sharing programs, customized toolbars, or other...

Simple Steps to Secure Your Computer by Russell Card
Since you're reading this article, you're already connected to the Internet. You've probably already thought about security on your computer or network. Every day seems to bring new threats and it can seem pretty daunting, but the key thing is to have a common sense approach and to take a few... For a small number of PCs a software firewall is usually best and is the easiest to work with if you're not an IT expert. ... FIREWALL A firewall is always recommended to help protect against unauthorized access to your PC.

Malware: The Enemy Within by Drew Pilton
Malware is now a common plague of computers these days and has become more common than the conventional virus. In this article you will find explanations of the different types of Malware, how to remove an infection and how to prevent an infection in the first. ... It is not advisable to use free anti virus software as these don’t tend to be as effective and can also be Malware disguised as anti virus software. ... Virus A virus is designed to hide within other executable software and to become active when the host software is activated.

How To Stop Spyware From Robbing You by Tom Jenson
Booting up the computer in the morning seems to be taking longer and longer. The pauses between asking for a web page and it loading increase. Suddenly, even keystrokes aren't registering on the screen as quickly as normal. Is your PC on the verge of a breakdown or has some version of spyware... Good anti-virus software, effective firewalls and reputable anti-spyware tools can save you time, money and a lot of headaches later. ... With the numerous anti-spyware tools available on the Internet and in your software stores, it doesn't make sense to stick your head in the sand.