Category Archives: Spy-ware

Why can’t I use an easy password for my logins?

Posted on March 8, 2010 by admin

This question gets asked a lot. As I see it, if your going to pick an easy password you might as well not even have one. Hay! Do I even need a password? I’m going to say yes. It isn’t … Continue reading →

Posted in Computer information, Computer Repair, Networks, Operating Sytems, Rootkits, Spy-ware, Viruses, VISTA, Window 98 and before, Windows 2000, Windows 7, Worms, XP | 1 Comment

What Is A Spider And How Does It Relate To The Internet?

Posted on November 19, 2009 by admin

Let’s first say, that it is not the typical spider that you have in your home.  It does not have legs and it is not an insect. There may be numerous definitions to this term.   However,  when it comes to … Continue reading →

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Rootkits

Posted on July 15, 2009 by admin

What is it? It is best described by using a definition: A rootkit is a software system that consists of a program or combination of several programs designed to hide or obscure the fact that a system has been compromised. … Continue reading →

Posted in Browsers, Computer information, Computer Repair, E-Mail, Malware, Rootkits, Spy-ware, Trojans, Viruses, Worms | Leave a comment

What is all this SPAM and SCAM stuff?

Posted on May 29, 2009 by admin

SPAM  is junk mail.  Certainly it is mail you don’t need or want.  It is an attempt by the sender to get your attention at all cost to you.  It may be trying to get you to buy something or … Continue reading →

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What are the Differences Between Storage and Ram?

Posted on May 5, 2009 by admin

I see people confuse these all the time. Storage is the amount of space available on the hard drive that stores any programs, file or information you have. You absolutely must have enough storage capability not only to store your … Continue reading →

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