Fake Anti-Virus Software and Other Misleading Applications
Thursday, October 23rd, 2008 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »This year has seen a rise in mal-ware disguising itself as legitimate anti-virus software. The programs and graphical interfaces are not as crude as the past. Some of the popular fakes are Anti-Virus XP 2008 or Anti-Virus Plasma. The programs ...
The Future of Computing - SaaS, Cloud Computing & Thin Clients
Thursday, October 23rd, 2008 Posted in Tech Tips | No Comments »It’s not just the economy that is driving companies to SaaS and cloud computing environments, but it is sure helping. The concept of client-server based computing is not new, as a matter of fact it is very old. Those that ...
20 Ways to Cut IT Costs
Tuesday, October 21st, 2008 Posted in Tech Tips | Comments OffIn tough economic times, all enterprise departments are required to tighten their belts. To help IT execs navigate through the cost-cutting maze, Gartner analysts presented a list of 20 ways that IT execs can slash expenses. Re-examining cell phone plan ...
The “D” Word
Tuesday, October 21st, 2008 Posted in Tech Tips | 1 Comment »As if the "R" word wasn't bad enough, the "D" word is apparently being discussed at more than a mere whisper. A new poll put out by CNN found that 60% of the American public thinks it's likely we're heading into ...
6 Tips to Avoid Viruses, Worms and Spyware
Thursday, October 9th, 2008 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »Have you ever had a virus? Cough, headache, sneezing and chills—Yuk! Doctor’s push preventative measures each year as the cold and flu season approaches but still millions are infected. Your computer is continually at risk too — prevent a serious infection ...
How Viruses Get Named
Thursday, October 9th, 2008 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »Thousands of viruses are currently circulating on the Internet with more being discovered daily. So how does a virus get it’s name? There is no official government body or organization that names viruses. In most cases, the anti-virus company that discovers ...
Fake YouTube Pages Used to Spread Viruses
Thursday, October 9th, 2008 Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »SAN FRANCISCO - Savvy Internet users know that downloading unsolicited computer programs is one of the most dangerous things you can do online. It puts you at great risk for a virus or another time bomb from a hacker. But even ...
