Archives for: June 2008

Antivirus Protection - Go for AVG Free

by patndoris on Jun.25, 2008, under Computers

Edit: Somehow I kinda messed up my previous post…..well I kinda deleted it somehow messing with moving around LiveWriter files. Sorry for the inconvenience and all comments were lost I think, but reposting to get it back out there. Second only to the f… more »
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Firewalls - The Simple Truth

by patndoris on Jun.22, 2008, under Computers

A firewall is the first line of defense to keeping your computer clean. In the simplest of terms - it keeps bad stuff out. A firewall can be a built in to a piece of hardware (such as a router) or a software program, but you must have one and it must be… more »
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Vulnerabilities, Spyware, Malware, Spam & Phishing

by patndoris on Jun.18, 2008, under Computers

This write up was done by my new friend George on Multiply. I was impressed with the simplicity and clarity he used to describe various types of spyware, malware etc., how it attacks, how it hides, what it does, how you know you've got it, and what yo… more »
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Introduction to a Clean Machine

by patndoris on Jun.17, 2008, under Computers

So often, I hear of people with odd behaviour problems on their computers, and I just know it's related to their maintenance (or lack thereof). I can't blame them really. With the endless list of all-in-one products that claim to protect you from everyth… more »
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Defragging

by patndoris on Jun.10, 2008, under Computers

I'm sure you don't give it much thought...I don't. You open programs and files, and close them again all day long. What you may not realize is what your computer does with them. Every time you save a file your computer says "Hmmm...where is there so… more »
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Spending to Save, My G5 Grill Experience

by patndoris on Jun.07, 2008, under Frugal

You may find you go through shifts in how and why you practice frugality at times. This year, I had some unexpected large expenses (which I was able to cover since I saved enough money) but they left me a little short as far as my comfort level for money… more »
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Troubleshooting Yahoo Game Links

by patndoris on Jun.03, 2008, under Websites

At least once a week, someone I know has trouble following a link to Yahoo Games. Invariably, instead of reaching the annoying bot-blocking account verification page (where your patience is tested typing in the random letters and numbers until you manage… more »
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