Here’s an evaluation of Spybot Search and Destroy. I’ve also found the tool useful, but not as one’s sole protection.
If you’re having problems loading some secure sites using Firefox (for me it’s gmail.com, which is secure!), you might need to check the notes on this page.
Smishing is sending a faked text to your phone in an attempt to gain personal information. This personal information can be used to gain access to other accounts. Here’s a link with more information. It’s targeted at me, as a service provider, but it provides you with information you need as well.
I think this article on MSNBC’s Red Tape Chronicles is good reading for the non-technically oriented. I have already encountered some of the programs mentioned on various computers. This should just be another warning to: Keep your anti-virus products up to date Keep your backups current Be very careful what you download from the internet…
With Norton Anti-Virus and Internet Security 2006 I reluctantly quit recommending Norton for everything. It was using too much in the way of resources, and it was too expensive for the value provided. In a number of cases internet providers were offering free services that were less obtrusive and worked, at least for home clients….
Equifax, while dealing with a data breach, has managed to send people to a fake site. This is one of the problems with both big business and government. They’re big, they have us by the short and curlies, and they therefore don’t have enough incentive to caution and diligent efforts. If I, as a small…