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In July of 1982, 25 years ago, Rich Skrenta, released the first computer virus at the young age of 15. Elk Cloner was the name of the virus, which used floppy disks to infect Apple II computers.

I recently discovered a new version of the Ecard.exe (aka 'greeting card virus') that could not be identified by any of the current virus scanning software at the time.

Has your computer been working slower than usual? If you answered yes, chances are, your computer has a bad case of spywaritis. Polina Skibinskaya shows how you can keep your computer free of the bugs that slow it down.

If you own a computer chances are you have read about all the nasty stuff that can infect your computer's smooth operation. Some people are even foolishly throwing away infected computers.

A virus will place itself into other program files and when the infected program runs, the virus code looks for other program files to infect. If that infected file is sent to another computer user, the virus may spread quickly.

There are countless threats to the healthy functioning of your computer, but thwarting those threats does not need to cost you hundreds of dollars. There are many wonderful and free programs that will meet your security needs without costing you anything.

Stop look and listen to your computer and you can keep it going - often a new noise is a harbinger of doom

In today's technological world, it is important that businesses face the need for information and computer security. Let's take a look at a few examples - phishing, spyware, and zero day attacks - of computer security issues that businesses face.

Here are 8 computer virus hoaxes the general public thought were real virus alerts but were dubbed hoaxes by internet security firms.

Spyware is computer software that gathers information about you from your computer without your consent. The threat of spyware is turning into a big problem and you need to know how to protect yourself and your computer.

What can you do if you find that you have a computer virus on your computer that you can not get rid of. It happens more often than not.

A short article on what to do if you suspect you have have a computer virus on your home computer.

The Internet has opened up a whole new world for criminals and mischief-makers, crimes of whom often victimize us unsuspecting computer users. But what recourse do you have?

How safe is your computer? Could you be in danger of getting a virus on your system? Just how real is the danger? What steps should you take if any?

Spyware, a new and dangerous type of computer threat, poses great risks that include instability, as well as identity theft. Fortunately, stopping spyware from entering your computer is easy.

While it is sad that some people live in places with no chance of a better life, those same people develop psychoses that causes them to hurt many others world-wide.

Here are some things you can do to make sure your hard drive doesn't go the way of Kevin Costner's career.

A brief look at computer infections and why they happen.

Read about some of the main reasons that hard drives fail, and how you can avoid them.

Our computers are often what we spend a lot of our time dealing with. In this day, the sick computer is really a problem. Preventive computer medicine works well.

This is a description of how a business needs to prepare its computer systems in case of a disaster. This shows the generic steps to take to bring your business back online within 48 hours.

Backup your computer files using the new slew of online data backup providers for quick and easy protection of your hard drive

Pranks or harmful virus they are a pain to get rid of. Some tips to protect yourself.

An overview of what a virus is, how your computer "catches" one, different types of viruses and how you can get rid of them.

People are downloading free anti-virus software at a rapid rate, and are almost just as good as the paid ones. In fact, AVG, who is developed by Grisoft, has received more than one million downloads from CNET for their Free edition anti-virus software, all within one week.

A mind virus is the result of all the negative energy you have been exposed to. If you are not getting what you really want in life, your subconscious is likely programed with negative thoughts and ideas.

Should there be criminal laws to deal with the growing problem of computer spyware?

AVG Anti-Virus Free Edition has been a lifesaver for me. There have been numerous attacks on my computer that have been saved by this software. Perhaps the most ideal thing about this software is that it is 100% free.

Watch before you click that pop-up, even if it "warns" you that your computer is at risk.

The warnings are out again about West Nile Virus this year (and probably far into the future), though we're seeing some interesting dips in how many people are getting infected the last two years. Looking at the virus's history will provide clues as to why...

How-to guide to keeping your computer running in tip top shape with information on specific routines for weekly and monthly cycles to reduce clutter, increase speed, and save hardware.

HP has been making some really great electronics, and this is true with their newest desktop computer.

Five New Year's Resolutions for securing your computer and personal information.

When your computer is malfunctioning and you need it checked out this article is for you. There are some things you need to know about having your computer serviced.

A firewall in computer parlance is not a device used to protect people from fire! A firewall is secure and trusted machine or software that sits between a private network and a public network.

The computer forensic experts have all the abilities and qualities to analyze, research and investigate all kinds of Computer related crimes like hacking, online virus threats, cracking, etc.

Some easy tips to show you how to be a computer friendly user. Basically, that means taking responsibility for what crap gets installed on your beloved machine.

Explanation of how anti-virus software protects your computer

Buying the right computer can be difficult for many people. A skilled salesman can easily add over $300 to the price of any computer by spouting computer jargon you might not understand. Don't get ripped off when you buy your new computer.

Imagine yourself that you are sitting at your computer, typing away for a special project, responding to an email, or having the best play at your favorite online game ever -- and then your computer states that all of your files are being wiped out.

The first virus I ever got in contact with on-line was right through my yahoo messenger.

You should get the anti virus program that matches your surfing habits.

Think of it this way: This application is like a gang of thugs in which does damage to your computer and offer their "insurance" as an anti-virus program.

Many people experience adware, spyware, Trojan Horses, and worms that get lodged into their computers. If you are one of these people, do you know what you need to do to keep your computer safe?

There are a number of steps one can take to secure their home computer, but let's start with some fundamentals. What can you do as a user to "ratchet up" the security on your computer to make yourself less vulnerable to losing your personal information.

You need a new computer but you're not sure what you want. Or you know and have bought it but now that you've got it home there some things you need to do before you start playing those cool games.

This is something that has happened to many people from time to time. But what exactly can you do when your computer crashes, and your funds are low?

You probably know by now that you don't have to be a genius to use a computer. They aren't as complicated as we once fear. That being said we still need to remember to take precautions to keep our computers safe from hackers.

If your tired of reformating your computer everytime you get a virus or some other threat, maybe these few programs and suggestions will help. There free downloads and easy to use

Just bought that great new best selling computer game or software. Here's some things you should do before and after loading it.

Computer security is a billion dollar industry in today's modern world. Identity theft is not something unheard of today.

Computers these days hold a lot of power, but that doesn't mean you can just pile gobs of information into the computer without maintenance. No matter what computer you get, it needs care. Weekly... Even monthly maintenance is very imporatant.

How many of you out there have viruses,spyware,and adware on your computer and are annoyed by the constant pop ups or system slowing down but have no idea how to get rid of them?

Solutions for keeping your computer virus and spyware free.

If you have a computer that connects to the Internet, you need to protect it against viruses. If you don't want to have to pay for this protection for whatever reason your not alone.

Looking to network your computers? Setting up a LAN in your home lets you share internet connections, transfer data quickly and easily between machines, even allows you to play multi-player games over your own network.

Six simple things you can do to keep your computer running smooth, fast and problem free.

What is a Trojan Horse Virus? How did I get a Trojan Horse Virus? What exactly can a Trojan Horse Virus Do?

You want to play PC game with your brother? You want to copy information from your laptop to your desktop? I will show you my experience to connect two computers. Therefore, you can play game through LAN network or share files with other computer.

A review of free anti-virus and spyware removal software available online including Avast! Anti-virus, Spybot S&D, Ad-Aware and Ewido.

This how to guide is intended for someone in charge of a network who does not have extensive experience in the hardware side of networking. This guide describes how to track down the physical location of a computer on the network.

The old adage "you get what you pay for" couldn't be less true when it comes to virus protection software. Hundreds of free programs are offered for download to protect your computer from the ever-present baddies.

When shopping for a new PC, you probably limit your search to the usual brands: Gateway, Dell, Compaq, or Emachines if you're on a tight budget. You probably want a reliable computer, but you don't want to invest too much money.

Computers can become slow due to infection and infestation by adware, spyware, viruses, and worms. All is not lost however, there is a solution.

In today's computer world viruses seem to spawn themselves from anywhere. Today's computer users have been left to wonder, "How did this get on my computer?"

Removing spyware and adware from your computer is easier than you think. Something to remember is, it is not just about removing, it is about preventing.

Whether it's a virus, spyware, grayware, or other creepy-crawly in your computer thats making it act slow and sluggish, these 5 free programs are easy to download and install to fix the malady.

Once it goes, that's pretty much all she wrote unless you invest in a new computer power supply unit. Unlike some of the world's technology guru's, many illiterate computer operators are unaware of its critical role in the life span of your machine.

We've all heard of auto, home, life, health, dental and vision insurance, but what about cyber risk insurance? Businesses take the chance everyday that a virus of spyware program will cripple their entire network. Can you afford that kind of loss?

Take care of your computer and be proactive not reactive to the virus, spyware, hacker environment of the internet

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Storage capacity isn't the only way to measure how good a hard drive is. Here's a look at some other factors that might affect which drive you buy and how well it works.

When people think about hard drive backups they think they should backup their whole hard drive. This is just not the case. Not only does it take significant time to backup your entire drive its just not necessary.

Many students find that actually sitting down to talk to a roommate about a problem can be very difficult. Talk to your roommate when conflict arises so that small things do not get blown out of proportion. Find out tips on how to talk to them here.

10 Tips on How to Legally Establish Your Home based Business

Even though renters don't have to perform major repairs around their homes, there are always minor tasks to be done. Read this informative article today and find out how to organize a renter's toolbox so you'll have the tools you need!

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Whether you own a laptop or a desktop, your hard drive is central to your computer's operation and for many people, contains crucial files that can't afford to be lost. Here are some tips to maximize hard drive performance and life.

When a hard drive fails, it's unlikely that any home user will be able to fix it. Here are some common hard drive recovery techniques that have been proven to be dangerous to your data.

A quick guide telling users what to look for and what to avoid when purchasing an internal hard drive.

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Installing an additional hard drive is much easier than replacing the older one, and it keeps the first disk's storage, operating system, and programs in service.

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What would Halloween be without seeing a lighted Jack O'Lantern? Read this instructive article and find out how to teach your kids to make their own fun decoration this year!

10 Tips On How to Write a Consignment Agreement

If your computer is running slower these days, or freezes up when you have too many programs running, you might need to reorganize your hard drive.

There are several types of interfaces, and you need to know what type of interface you need before hitting the market. Here's a quick guide to the three major types of hard drive interfaces, and some tips as to the advantages and disadvantages of each.

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