BlueKeep Warning Issued by Microsoft Much like the NSA-authored worm that stolen by hackers, modified and foisted upon Internet users in the form of the WannaCry worm that infected hundreds of thousands of computers back in 2017, a new NSA worm called EternalBlue was stolen by a hacking group known as the Shadow Brokers and is… Read More »
E-cards are created the same way Web sites are; they’re built on the Internet just like this page. So when you send someone an e-card, you’re actually giving them a link to click, which takes them to the online greeting card you created for them. You should always approach links in e-mail with caution. Sally Babcock, General Manager… Read More »
LeeAnn wonders why she gets email that appears to be from her friend – but it’s really not A friend of mine keeps sending me email but she swears she isn’t sending them. Most of the time they’re filled with disgusting advertisements – or links to bad web sites. Our Answer Your friend is most likely telling you… Read More »
Sam Asks About Worms and Trojans I want to tell you that I subscribe to several computer newsletter – but without doubt yours is the best – and the most fun to read. I was wondering if you would be so kind as to clarify the differences between a “worm” as opposed to a “Trojan”, in the way… Read More »
Wayne needs to get rid of a rogue security program How can I remove a rogue program that has invaded my computer. It calls itself Vista Home Security 2012 and it has somehow infiltrated my windows security center with it’s own firewall and antispyware that is giving me one large headache with all kinds of pop ups with… Read More »
“The term bot is short for robot. Criminals distribute malicious software (also known as malware) that can turn your computer into a bot (also known as a zombie). When this occurs, your computer can perform automated tasks over the Internet, without you knowing it. Criminals typically use bots to infect large numbers of computers. These computers form a… Read More »