Archive for July, 2009
31 Jul
In the world of computer security, penetration testing is one of the most important concepts. Penetration testing is a method used to test a computer system or network to identify possible points where unauthorised access can be obtained. The purpose of penetration testing is to locate any and all points of vulnerability within the computer system. Basically the person doing the penetration testing is trying to hack into the system.The term ethical hacking was devised to describe a tester who is hired to try and breach security in a computer system. Whereas the illegal hacker will steal information for the purposes of committing a crime, the ethical hacker will report information about hacking results so security can be improved. During penetration testing, someone has been authorised to breach a security system...if he or she can.
31 Jul
How to Remove Trojan Horse Virus Quickly?
Would you like to learn how to remove Trojan horse virus quickly from your PC? This problem has affected most computer users all over the world, and luckily there are great solutions to this. Almost every PC user would have run across a malicious software attack which can be a virus, spyware or adware etc...
31 Jul
Personal Firewall - Keep Away From the Unseen Thieves
Personal firewalls should be owned for those people with a computer that links to the internet. A personal firewall can protect your identity, your credit cards and your accounts. Principally, a personal firewall is unnoticed by most human eyes that use the computer internet. Commonly, a personal firewall comes with your computer.
30 Jul
How to Remove a Virus Without Leaving a Trace
A computer virus is a program that is able to multiply on its own without the consent of the user. Virus can encompass all other types of malicious programs such as malware, spyware, etc even though these programs do not have the ability to multiply.
30 Jul
What Is Internet Vulnerability and How to Remove It?
Internet Vulnerability is the bane of computer system. Regular monitoring can reduce Internet Vulnerability and increase internet security on your computer.
30 Jul
How to Remove Trojans Virus Easily and Effectively
Trojan viruses are malicious programs that affect the overall functionality of the computer. They also provide unauthorized access to your computer to a hacker. Read on to know what Trojan virus is and how to remove it from your system.
30 Jul
Web Based Emails Insecurity Leads to Identity Theft
I recently appeared on Fox and Friends to discuss email hacking. Dave Briggs, a FOX & Friends Weekend co-host, lost access to his Hotmail email account when hackers were able to guess either his password or his qualifying question. (He admitted that his password was not as strong as it should have been.)
30 Jul
How to Remove Malware on Your Own and Save Money on Hiring a Computer Repair Tech
If you've never had the misfortune of experiencing Malware, consider yourself lucky; the rest of us know how hard it is to remove. Either way, don't let your guard down because chances are, at some point, you'll encounter this infection. As a PC Repair Specialist, I have more than my fair share of experience with Malware infected computers and I know how difficult it is to get them cleaned and running like they were pre-infection. It's time consuming and hiring me to repair this problem isn't cheap.
29 Jul
Internet Security - The Struggles We Face
The Internet has been an endless struggle both for children and adults. While it has afforded us a world of conveniences, its threats to our security and privacy are not insignificant. In fact, any breach of this security can affect us in the many aspects of our lives from our finances to the way we raise our kids. However, nowadays, staying safe online has become a never-ending battle - for children as well as adults.
29 Jul
Don’t Let Strangers Invade Your Computer
Computer users need to be wary about viruses, spyware and other security issues. This article provides basic information about firewalls, anti-virus and anti-spyware programs.