Tags: spyware

Advanced System Care

by patndoris on Jan.15, 2009, under Software, Security/Cleanup

It's the new name for Advanced Windows Care. I've used the free version of the program (off and on) for around two years now. I've waffled on my feelings and have even un-installed it a couple of times. But sometimes - something happens that makes you ta… more »
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Beware of Online HijackThis Readers

by patndoris on Sep.14, 2008, under Computers

I'm very concerned with the recent proliferation (perhaps equivalent to the summertime bunny population) of online HijackThis readers. I've seen them popping up more and more in blog posts as viable alternatives to a proper log reading. More and more on… more »
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There's a New Kid in Town

by patndoris on Aug.19, 2008, under Computers

I like to imagine I'm on the cutting edge (...oh be quiet and let me dream will you?) So I was quite pleased when I got buzzed the other day at work and our V.P says "Hey - would you like to see a cool virus?" And of course my answer took less… more »
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Your Mission: Search & Destroy

by patndoris on Aug.14, 2008, under Computers

Agent 007, you have been assigned Mission Possible. Should you choose to accept it, your goal is to search out and destroy the truly nasty of the nastiest malware on your computer. This mission is easier than you think with Spybot Search & Destroy in… more »
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The Big S

by patndoris on Jul.21, 2008, under Computers

No doubt, by now you've realized the importance of spyware and malware protection. If you haven't (imagine a wagging finger) shame on you! Still, I'm going to persevere in my quest to make you spyware free (at least for a few minutes in time). I'm trying… more »
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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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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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