How do you know if you have a spyware infestation? Do you know what actions to take once your laptop or PC is infected with spyware, ad-ware or viruses?
It's estimated that around 90 percent of computer systems are infected with some form of spyware, ad-ware or virus. With odds like that, it's very likely that your computer either now has, or will soon manifest signs of a system take-over.
What is Spyware and What Does it Do?
Spyware is generally defined as software that secretly takes advantage of vulnerabilities in a user's computer system to the benefit of an unseen third party. The name spyware comes from the fact that the software often records information about your computer and transmits that information covertly to a remote server or intruder. Spyware can make your laptop or PC slow down, crash, get infected with viruses and worms and even cause hard drive erasure. This is on top of collecting sensitive data like your passwords, logins and banking or credit...
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Avoid These Common Web MistakesFrom: waltbrenblog.com
Post Date: 2008-05-20 16:44:08
Webmasters need to avoid making these common web design mistakes. Website visitors who have a pleasant experience on a website are more likely to trust the website, and as such they are more likely to purchase products from that website. Use the following guide to avoid some of the more common web design mistakes…
1. Legibility
Use standard web fonts and normal font sizes. The font color should be dark enough that the reader does not need to strain to read the text, and not so large...
more Causes Of A Slow Computer - PC Speed Up TipsFrom: waltbrenblog.com
Post Date: 2008-05-13 19:37:04
By Jason Z Bell
When it comes to our computers, speed is of the utmost importance. After all, no one wants a sluggish PC that takes 10-15 minutes to start up and then an additional 5-10 minutes to load selected applications. Admittedly, these small setbacks aren't much, but they do add up after awhile, resulting in quite a bit of wasted time. That fact leads us to this very important question — what are the causes of a sluggish PC?
There are many reasons why a computer may become...
more JPEG GIF BMP What?From: waltbrenblog.com
Post Date: 2008-05-12 22:01:43
By Heather Colman
If you don't work with graphics on a regular basis, you may not know which image format to use for your web projects. It can be a bit confusing. If you're a beginner, take heart, I've seen even experienced webmasters use the wrong formats.
To help you get a better understanding of what to select and when, lets look at some common image formats available.
The BMP Format
The BMP format is Windows' default format which is often referred to as a (b...
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