Does Microsoft Show Hackers How To Attack? by Jim Edwards
After another security hole recently surfaced in Microsoft's Windows operating system, the software giant released a patch this past Friday to plug the possibly devastating "back door" which allows hackers to potentially seize control of any pc running Windows. ... Before a fix appeared, Microsoft told everyone who uses Internet Explorer to stick their finger in the dyke by putting their web browser security settings on high, rendering it impossible to view or use features on many websites and web-based services.

Niche Software Steals Microsoft's Thunder by Jim Edwards
When you think of software and personal computers (PCs), you think Microsoft. The global software giant dominates the PC market in both penetration and pocketbook. It seems you can't go a single day without seeing at least one news story and several advertisements for Microsoft or a Microsoft... ** FireFox Web Browser ** Security problems always seem to plague the Microsoft Internet Explorer (IE) Web browser. ... See actual stats from WebSide Story Here: http://www.websidestory.com/services-solutions/datainsights/spotlight.html In response to serious security threats to Internet...

Firefox: Benefit Analysis versus Internet Explorer by Matt Bacak
Most of Firefox's advantages are MSIE's disadvantages, and vice-versa. This article will look at some of the advantages and disadvantages of Firefox in relation to MSIE. Advantages Security Security is often cited as the primary reason for users switching from MSIE to Firefox. ... Time-saving browser innovations Internet communication and interaction is a core component for most modern businesses. ... Firefox leads MSIE in this regard, with out-of-the-box features such as integrated Google search in the toolbar, placing the find-within-page box at the bottom of the browser window so as...

Antispyware Software Can Kill That Spy! by A Singh
The one way to get a severe headache is to have your computer infested with spyware and adware. But if you understand what spyware means and take the necessary steps to detect, remove and prevent it you can be free from this headache before it turns chronic. ... Some spyware vendors get into your system through the low security settings in your Internet browser. ... These thieves usually hit Microsoft Windows applications and Internet Explorer, since most people use them, leading to a system crash or some really strange behavior.

Enhanced Web Browsing With Toolbars by Jim Edwards
As the Web grows more crowded and just plain "noisy" with information bombarding us from every angle, most people welcome any tool, trick or shortcut to help them wade through the mountains of data to find what they want. Since your web browser represents your main window to the Internet, it... Introducing Web browser "toolbars," free little programs that work with Internet Explorer and Netscape to put you several steps closer to the information you need right now. ... ~ Alexa Toolbar ~ Alexa's main claim to fame revolves around its traffic ranking report on virtually any site on the...

How Sunbelt Counterspy Works by Ben Sikes
With spyware running rampant on PCs across the planet, a good spyware defense system is required. Well worth a look is Sunbelt's CounterSpy. Originally owned by Giant Software then acquired by Microsoft, the old CounterSpy has mutated into Microsoft's spyware program. ... It also boasts PC Explorer for viewing and modifying settings that are usually difficult to amend, such as the Browser Helper Objects installed in Internet Explorer, what Windows startup processes are installed and what programs might be affecting the Internet connection.

FREE Google Docs & Spreadsheets ‘Challenge’ MS Office? by Wong Hing
Google Office? No..We called it Google Docs and Google Spreadsheets? Simple. It is lightweight alternatives to Microsoft Office Word and Excel. Only that Google offer online free word processor and spreadsheet, and they allow collaboration... Well, being able to jointly create and edit... Internet Explorer 6.0+ (Windows) 2. ... Note: Regardless of your browser type, you must enable cookies and JavaScript. ... Google Docs & Spreadsheets will work wherever you have access to the Internet via a Windows or Macintosh computer with one of these browsers: 1.

Bookmark Managers: Programs Vs. Web Services by Andrew Nemets
This rapid expansion of web resources raises some new issues for all of us. How could you possibly remember, after a long search, the address of that crucial web page? How will you be able to return to the page without repeating a tedious web search through hundreds and thousands of pages? ... Bookmarks are a popular term for the lists of web page links stored in web browsers, although they are called "Favorites" in Internet Explorer. ... Important features missing from web browser bookmark systems include: - Powerful search functions; - Synchronization of bookmarks between different...

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. ... They attack important browser settings like your default homepage which your browser loads when you start the program. ... - Keep Windows XP and ALL your web browsers (including Internet Explorer and FireFox) up to date with the latest patches.

Security and Internet Browsers – Firefox vs Internet Explorer by Igor Pankov
Introduction The Internet is becoming a more and more dangerous place to be, due in no small part to the inherent security risks posed by viruses and spyware. Additionally, applications that access the Internet as part of their normal operations may have errors in their code that allows... The web browser industry continues to be dominated by the Windows-bundled Internet Explorer, with an 85% market share, but in recent years a new breed of free, more functional and resilient browsers has appeared – the most popular being Mozilla/Firefox and Opera.