Monthly Archives: May 2010
I Got a Malware Infection and It’s YOUR Fault!
Your lack of Internet security awareness hurts both you, and me. What you don’t know can’t hurt you, right? If you believe that, I have a bridge in Brooklyn you might be interested in buying. Arguably, there are people who … Continue reading
Top 6 Personal Finance Apps for the iPhone
Guest writer, Andrew Salmon, takes a look at financial applications for the iPhone. As more and more apps are added to the ever-growing universe in the palm of your hand, that is the iPhone, there are some very good ways … Continue reading
Filed under cell phone, Cell Phone Apps, iPhone, Mobile Applications, Productivity Software, Software
Tech Thoughts Daily Net News – May 19, 2010
The Procrastinator’s Guide to PC Maintenance – You want to keep your PC running smoothly, your apps updated, and your data safe–but you’re lazy. Here’s how to keep your PC healthy while expending the minimum amount of effort possible. The … Continue reading
Filed under Internet Security Alerts, Tech Net News
Canada’s Super Spies “Discover” Cybercrime is a Threat
Canada’s Security Intelligence Service, CSIS, (Canada’s spies), according to a just released, heavily censored “TOP SECRET” memo, (no, I’m not making this up), has ferreted out a startling fact on cybercrime – it’s growing! I can appreciate why this startling … Continue reading
Tech Thoughts Daily Net News – May 18, 2010
PCWorld’s Fantastic Freebies 2010: All-Time Greats – In the 15 years of PC World’s Best Free Stuff articles, some freebies come up time and time again. Here are the ones that meet the gold standard. Wi-Fi key-cracking kits sold in … Continue reading
Filed under Internet Security Alerts, Tech Net News
Life in the Trenches – Never Assume Anything When it Comes to Computer Security
Guest writer, Mister Reiner, takes us through his experience of being the “on call tech” for a friend. There are some good lessons here. A friend of mine called me in a panic last week about a Windows home computer … Continue reading
Handy Backup Server Edition – Free License Giveaway Contest
Handy Backup Server: Enterprise network backup software for workstation data backup. Today’s enterprise simply couldn’t function without the automation that computers provide. It goes without saying; computers have become critical to the effective operation, and stability, of any business. System … Continue reading
Tech Thoughts Daily Net News – May 17, 2010
Why Americans’ Identities are Easily Stolen – Technology exists to bolster security, but Americans and politicians are reluctant to use it. We can fix this thing, but we won’t because we don’t want to be inconvenienced. I’m introduced to amazing … Continue reading
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Filed under Internet Security Alerts, Tech Net News
Do We Need to “Fix” the Internet?
Each time that you connect to the Internet you are unfortunately, wandering through a raucous neighborhood which has a reputation for being jam-packed with predators. These predators are intent on stealing your money and personal information, installing damaging programs on … Continue reading
WinX Blu-ray Decrypter: Free License Giveaway – Copy Blu-ray Movies to your Hard Drive
No, we’re not turning into a clone of Giveaway-of-the-Day, but I often get tip-offs from readers on software giveaways, and giveaways seem to be all the rage these days on the Internet. The latest free giveaway tip comes, once again, … Continue reading
