A
Good Back Up Is the most
important thing that you can do for yourself and your computer.
Nothing else that you discover on this page will trump that
statement. If you do not have at least one additional copy of every picture,
music, or data file on your computer, stored somewhere on a
different media, you are at risk. Restoring
that information could cost a minimum of $700. if it can
ever be
restored at all. A complete backup system could cost as little as
$200.if you do it before you lose data.
Spyware
is a general term used for software that performs
certain behaviors such as advertising, collecting personal information, or
changing the configuration of your computer, generally without appropriately
obtaining your consent. You might have spyware or other unwanted software on
your computer if:
•
You see pop-up
advertisements even when you're not on the Web.
•
The page your Web
browser first opens to (your home page) or your browser search settings have
changed without your knowledge.
•
You notice a new toolbar
in your browser that you didn't want, and find it difficult to get rid of.
•
Your computer takes
longer than usual to complete certain tasks.
•
You experience a sudden
rise in computer crashes.
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It's
a Good idea to occasionally disconnect your PC from the
internet, and run your Virus and Anti-Spyware software.
because some Spywear programs are in contact with a host
computer across the internet, they can alert their host that
it needs to re-install it's adware as soon as your scan is
complete.
Disconnect from the internet either by manually
pulling the plug or by choosing DISABLE in your Network
Connections application.
Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005
lets you do everything other Windows XP PCs do—and a whole lot
more. Browse the Web, play your favorite PC games, e-mail and
instant message your friends, and install and use programs
designed for Windows XP. Media Center also delivers a powerful
yet familiar way to enjoy all of your digital
entertainment—photos, music, TV, movies, home videos, radio,
and a world of applications and services whether you're
sitting in front of your Windows desktop or across the room
with a remote control. Media Center is your all-in-one PC and
home entertainment center. FROM
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This new O/S is designed for a full blown living room
entertainment center - not your office or home
PC.
Email
Phishing: Scammers and Hackers will often send out official
looking email to unsuspecting internet users. The email may
claim that one of your financial accounts has been suspended
or closed, pending some action on your part. It will ask that
you click on a link that will allow you to log-in to your
account. When you do, the phishing scam is complete - as they
now have your financial information, and can use it to log on
and access your funds.
The best advise is to never respond to anyone claiming to be from a
financial institution. Only access your account directly, by
typing in the address yourself or making use of the personal
bookmarks on you own PC.
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performs
certain behaviors such as advertising, collecting personal information, or
changing the configuration of your computer, generally without appropriately
obtaining your consent. You might have spyware or other unwanted software on
your computer if:
lets you do everything other Windows XP PCs do—and a whole lot
more. Browse the Web, play your favorite PC games, e-mail and
instant message your friends, and install and use programs
designed for Windows XP. Media Center also delivers a powerful
yet familiar way to enjoy all of your digital
entertainment—photos, music, TV, movies, home videos, radio,
and a world of applications and services whether you're
sitting in front of your Windows desktop or across the room
with a remote control. Media Center is your all-in-one PC and
home entertainment center.
Email
Phishing: Scammers and Hackers will often send out official
looking email to unsuspecting internet users. The email may
claim that one of your financial accounts has been suspended
or closed, pending some action on your part. It will ask that
you click on a link that will allow you to log-in to your
account. When you do, the phishing scam is complete - as they
now have your financial information, and can use it to log on
and access your funds.