Why are there so many Web Browsers?
Posted by admin in firewall protection on 03 30th, 2009For the last few years it seemed like Web browsers were becoming passe commodities and that we were going to end up with a browser from each operating system company and one indie browser, Firefox. Now, though, seems like there are tons of ‘em. What’s worth checking out and why is there such a resurgence of interest in the Web browser? Continue reading Why are there so many Web Browsers? [article source: AskDaveTaylor.com Tech Support ]
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read comments (6)If I have a firewall on my virus protection, which should I use? Windows or the virus protection?
Posted by admin in firewall protection on 03 29th, 2009I am confused as to which firewall protection is the best. I have windows firewall, however my Virus protection also has one. I know I shouldn't use both. But which one would be best to use? Thanks a bunch in advance!
It depends on which company your firewall is from.
However, every time I have talked to a tech, I have been told to turn off everyone except for windows. There is no renewal fee for windows (free!) Which means that each year when your renewal time comes up you don't have to worry about retraining your firewall when you suddenly realize that the Virus protection program no longer has the firewall in their package or they decide to charge big bucks to renew your firewall. I have been told that Windows firewall works very well. So far I have never had a trouble with my windows firewall. I can't say the same for some of the more exspensive firewalls. Plus you have the added bonus that Windows firewall does not slow your computer down as bad as some of the more expensive firewalls.
Any free programs to protect your computer?
Posted by admin in protect your computer on 03 29th, 2009I need all of it, Are there any programs that protect your computer from everything? Also i am using Limewire so it has to work with it.
.Avira.com now offers free antivirus and antispyware they have a great product it will work with limewire
Imagine if Twitter became a Google App
Posted by admin in firewall protection on 03 27th, 2009Google has announced that they have made themselves a Twitter account has fuelled some serious speculation that Google just might be lo oking to acquire the microblogging platform. As a PC World article puts it, Is Google going pull a YouTube and swoop in to make a bid for the site’s growing search capabilities? Would a partnership with Google finally give Twitter access to a successful advertising platform and, more importantly, a continued revenue stream that the company has sought since i
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Microsoft Buffer Overflow Vulnerability on Graphical Device Interface GDIPlus EMF
Posted by admin in firewall protection on 03 27th, 2009There is a Critical Microsoft vulnerability discovered these days affecting almost all windows versions: Description: Graphics Device Interface (GDI) is an application programming interface by Microsoft Windows. It�s a core operating system component responsible for representing graphical objects. Microsoft Windows GDI has integer overflow vulnerability in gdiplus.dll while processing Enhanced Metafile (EMF) files. Possible vectors to exploit the flaw are: (a) Create a webpage containin
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Personal Firewall & System Protection
Posted by admin in firewall protection on 03 27th, 2009
A powerful PC security and privacy system! Keep hackers out! You wouldn’t leave the door to your home wide open…so why leave your PC open and vulnerable to prying eyes? Every minute your computer is online, it’s open to intrusions and theft of private data. Now you can easily install and customize a wall of protection between you and outsiders to ensure that your PC and personal data remain safe. Now, you can foil intruder attacks and protect your personal information too! This flexible program constructs a powerful barrier between you and malicious mischief, theft and more. Personal information such as passwords, banking information and credit card numbers remain safe while your PC remains intact. For peace of mind, and to take full advantage of the Internet without being compromised, this is one program you’ll not want to be without. Personal Firewall & System Protection prevents the intrusions and theft of private information by malicious outsiders!-This complete online defensive system ensures your PC and personal Data remain secure -Do your online banking or buying with confidence while you Block Net threats-Avoid being attacked by worms, Trojans and other online threats with this all-around defensive measure! Easily install and customize your PC security to create a wall of protection between yourself and malicious hackers Feel more secure when banking or buying online — the software blocks any identity theft attempts Stop online dangers in their tracks — worms and Trojan horses will never get through Prevent the threats of the outside world from destroying your personal privacy with Personal Firewall & System Protection! Runs behind the scenes and blocks intrusion attempts, net threats, i.e., worms, Trojan horses, and more via: FTP SMTP POP3 IMAP Telnet HTTP Secure Web Server Remote Web Access Back office Ports used by Trojans Guard Against: Hackers Credit Card Fraud Identity Theft Protect: Banking
if you already put a virus protection on your computer can you put a window firewall protection also?
Posted by admin in firewall protection on 03 26th, 2009if i already put a virus protection on my computer can i also put a window firewall up because it shows red instead of green so what do i do? and if it's safe can i install thank you.
For the tightest security you need these types of programs:
●Firewall - A good third party software firewall is MUCH better than the one in Windows. And that is in addition to the hardware firewall in your router. I suggest Commodo. Get it for free here:
http://personalfirewall.comodo.com/download_firewall.html
During installation choose to install the Firewall ONLY!
●ONE Anti-virus running real-time protection. Two or more AVs running real-time protection will conflict and possibly FREEZE the computer! I suggest Avast! if you don't already have it. Get Avast! Free version here if you would like to try it:
http://www.avast.com/eng/avast_4_home.html
Just remember to uninstall your existing AV before installing another one.
●At least two Anti-spyware progs. There are many to choose from. I suggest Spybot Search & Destroy in addition to Ad-Aware. Get them from here:
SS&D
http://www.safer-networking.org/index2.html
Ad-Aware FREE version
http://www.lavasoft.com/home.php
●A browser OTHER than Internet Explorer. I suggest Firefox. Get Firefox here:
http://www.mozilla.com/en-US/firefox/
To make FF even MORE powerful in protecting you get these Add-ons by click on Tools>Add-ons>Get Add-ons>Browse All Add-ons:
WOT
NoScript
Yahoo! Toolbar
In addition to those you can browse and include any other add-on you want and "build your own browser"!
►REMEMBER: All the anti-malware programs in the world are NOT going to protect the computer unless they are UPDATED and used on a regular basis! I do mine every evening just before I shut off my computer.
In addition, using "Best Practices" while using the net will go a LONG way towards helping you protect your computer YOURSELF!
START learning about "Best Practices" here:
http://msmvps.com/blogs/harrywaldron/archive/2008/01/01/best-practices-internet-safety-for-2008.aspx
I hope this helps you learn how to properly protect your computer and yourself from the nefarious things that lurk on the internet. Good Luck!
i need help about a design to protect your computer while you'er on the internet?
Posted by admin in protect your computer on 03 26th, 2009i need help about a design to protect your computer while you'er on the internet by monitoring communications that is happening between your computer and the outside internet world via various ports.
also is there a free software so i can be able to download it.
its called a firewall
try any at
How do I turn on my firewall protection ?
Posted by admin in firewall protection on 03 23rd, 2009My firewall protection is turned off on my computer and I would like to know how I should resolve this
if so please add specific details thanks
you didnt mention what firewall, but if its windows, go to control panel, click on firewall, only applies if you have sp2 service pack.
