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The Four Pillars of Windows Security
The basic elements needed to keep your Microsoft Windows® systems secure and running smoothly are fourfold: Windows Updates, AntiVirus, AntiSpyware and a Firewall. Assuming the system is used to access the Internet for mail and web browsing, these four elements … Continue reading
Wireless Network Insecurity
Originally Published Jan 2005 By Jeff Bonsteel The use of wireless networking, or Wireless Fidelity (Wi-Fi) networking is on the rise. It is often carelessly installed, leaving a lot of folks vulnerable to some nasty perils. Hazards include disclosure … Continue reading
Norton or McAfee?
Q:Which is better? Norton/Symantec or McAfee? (The answer is below, however I just hung up (4/28/09) with a Symantec employee who tells me that most of what I say regarding Symantec Retail has been addressed in the 2009 Retail line. I … Continue reading