malicious software
Malicious Email Attachments: How to Identify and Block Dangerous Files
Malicious email attachments remain a serious threat. Learn how to identify dangerous files, recognize phishing attempts, and protect yourself from ransomware.
Safety Tips in Downloading Any Files from the Internet
Everyday, many people are downloading files from the Internet. These files vary from small bits like pictures to those that can take for hours. Downloading files has become a very convenient way to acquire files from the world wide web however, it is also the most common way for malicious software to infect personal computers. […]
The 3 Traps New Internet Users Should Watch Out For
The Internet can be a very confusing place especially to those who are new in this technology. Its a very big and wide area to explore new things. Unfortunately not all web sites are safe to visit as well as the presence of would-be traps on line. It is important to avoid these traps at […]
Legality of Monitoring/Surveillance Software
Surveillance programs have the equivalent capabilities as spyware. All the same, there are a trio of distinctive components that differentiate the two types of programs. These differences are informed consent, computer ownership and parental stewardship. In other words, the user has given permission to install the program and is aware the program has been installed. […]
Keyloggers as Spyware
Spyware is a type of malicious program, also known as malware. Typically, the enduser isn’t even cognizant when an invasion from spyware has infected and compromised their machine. Once it is in place, the spyware collects personalized data such as internet banking info, user logins and passwords. Spyware also has the capability to record data […]