Spyware and Viruses Articles

Computers » Software » Spyware and Viruses | By Brian Williams @ Thursday, 19th July 2007 @ 8:21 PM

From time to time, you get to see ActiveX errors popping on your screen and you may be wondering what those annoying Active X errors are really all about. ActiveX is a series of high-level internet technologies introduced by Microsoft during the late 90s. Many ActiveX technologies are no longer used today, except for a few like ActiveX Control, ActiveX Data Objects, Active Directory or NDTS, Active Server Pages, and Active Scripting. Active X is a set of rules that dictates how Wi... more...

Computers » Software » Spyware and Viruses | By James Angell @ Thursday, 19th July 2007 @ 12:40 AM

You're sick. You've got a fever, the chills, and a headache so horrible that you can't think straight. No matter who claims to desperately need your help, you are not going to get out of bed. Your computer can suffer the very same thing--a virus. And, in the worst-case scenario, it might cause your computer to refuse to start up. The term "virus" in the computer world comes from exactly where you might think--the term used for illnesses like the common cold. Like a ... more...

Computers » Software » Spyware and Viruses | By Apurva Shree @ Thursday, 12th July 2007 @ 2:56 PM

If a computer system is infected with spyware, it is very hard to detect the same, but with the wide availability of so many advanced spyware removal programs, it has become now much easier to protect your PC from the harmful and irradiating effect of spyware. However, it is recommended not to go for the free spyware removal programs unless you are sure that the website offering the same is a legitimate and established one, such as Google, McAfee, Microsoft, etc. Microsoft Spyware more...

Computers » Software » Spyware and Viruses | By Apurva Shree @ Thursday, 12th July 2007 @ 2:54 PM

Spyware is a small program that is installed in your computer forcibly in an unauthorized way. As the name suggests, these are like spies who try to gather your personal and financial information that are stored on your computer with an objective to do fraud. Make sure that your computer is loaded with the program that can block spyware. However, not every spyware program is associated with fraudulent activities. In most cases, they are installed in your computer in order to understand y... more...

Computers » Software » Spyware and Viruses | By Jay Moncliff @ Thursday, 5th July 2007 @ 4:56 PM

The Internet has been a revolution but not without a few negative aspects. One such threat has been the spyware that requires learning at least the basics of spyware removal software. That shall make one knowledgeable on where this spyware comes from; the best way to tackle it and which software is most effective in their removal. These programs are written for gathering information on the Internet browsing habits of an user. The information (data) is then transferred to the spyware creat... more...

Computers » Software » Spyware and Viruses | By James Angell @ Thursday, 5th July 2007 @ 12:40 AM

We've all heard of nasty worms that can infest our dogs and cats. They can seriously harm our pets if left untreated. Well, the same can be said for the worms that can crawl through your computer, too. Computer worms are programs that reproduce themselves by using networks to send clones of themselves to other computers that are attached to the network-and they do so without any help from you. Although this description of a worm might sound much like a computer virus, there are some ... more...

Computers » Software » Spyware and Viruses | By James Angell @ Thursday, 21st June 2007 @ 1:07 AM

At some point during school you probably learned about Odysseus's brilliant plan to sneak soldiers into his enemy's city in the guise of a magnificent statue of a horse-the famous Trojan horse, to be exact. It's a great story, and the plan was such a great tactical maneuver that, unfortunately, hackers have adapted it to suit their malicious attacks against your computer. A Trojan horse, in the computer world, is a seemingly harmless program that delivers an unwanted, unsaf... more...

Computers » Software » Spyware and Viruses | By James Angell @ Thursday, 7th June 2007 @ 12:59 AM

You might have a spy in your home, and it's not James Bond. Heck, it's not even human! Your computer might be collecting your personal information and passing it on to companies and people anywhere in the world. That's because there might be spyware on your computer without you even knowing it. Spyware is software designed to collect information about you for a variety of purposes, including advertising, credit card fraud, and identity theft. The information is gathered in ... more...

Computers » Software » Spyware and Viruses | By James Angell @ Thursday, 24th May 2007 @ 12:32 AM

If you spend any time at all on the Internet, you can hardly avoid the copious ads that appear on nearly every site you visit. Advertising in and of itself isn't a bad thing. It makes people who do business over the Internet able to bring in some money and keep their venture going. There's nothing wrong with making a little money! Unfortunately, a type of software called "adware" has sprung up for advertising purposes, and it can seriously affect your computer. Adware, s... more...

Computers » Software » Spyware and Viruses | By James Yee @ Tuesday, 22nd May 2007 @ 6:50 AM

With the threat of identity theft and financial fraud looming on the Internet, adware and spyware can be more than just annoying. Here are four methods to remove or simply avoid adware and spyware without spending a dime on the latest "anti-virus" software. 1. USE Firefox. If you don't use the Internet much, than perhaps you don't know much about Firefox. All you need to know is that it is a browser that works REALLY well and has great security features. 2.... more...

Computers » Software » Spyware and Viruses | By Brian Williams @ Tuesday, 15th May 2007 @ 11:33 AM

Finding a Windows Vista registry cleaner is not as easy as finding one for other versions of Windows. Many providers of reg cleaners claim compatibility with Windows Vista but in reality they may not be a good fit at all with your new operating system. Since your registry is a sensitive portion of your system, failure to run a legitimate and reliable cleaner for it not only leaves your registry cluttered but risks corruption for your PC as well. In the end, you'll be having more prob... more...

Computers » Software » Spyware and Viruses | By James Yee @ Monday, 7th May 2007 @ 7:11 PM

Whether we use computer for simple functions such as typing our homework and business reports, up to more important acts like online business meetings and transactions, one cannot deny that computers are a big part in our daily lives. Using a computer, particularly the Internet, is one task that even a ten year old can do at this particular period in time. With the growing increase of popularity and reliance on computers, as well as the demand for it, security risks have also gone ... more...

Computers » Software » Spyware and Viruses | By John Porter @ Tuesday, 24th April 2007 @ 12:32 PM

Since 2005 spyware has become one of the biggest threats in the networking system. Nobody knows when there will be an attack from the spyware and your important information stored safely in the computer system is stolen without your notice. And when you come to know about something such has taken place, everything is already finished. Be prepared with the safety tools Days are gone when people used to wait for something to happen and then think about taking precautionary measures. ... more...

Computers » Software » Spyware and Viruses | By John Porter @ Wednesday, 18th April 2007 @ 8:59 PM

Spyware is prowling but from behind the screen. Don't you agree? Had the spyware come to the forefront and given indications that it will attack; the fight against it could have been direct. But the spyware always remains in a hidden state making the opponent unable to locate its position. The web world is infinite. As a surfer it is quite tough to find out all the details of these nuisances like spyware, adware, malware and Trojan viruses. You can only take precautions for your saf... more...

Computers » Software » Spyware and Viruses | By Amit Mehta @ Saturday, 7th April 2007 @ 11:26 PM

We use our personal computers day in and day out in almost every aspect of our lives. Indeed, working, playing, getting in touch with friends and even shopping can be done right in the comforts of our homes thanks to our PCs and (hopefully fast) Internet connections. However, for something we rely on heavily each day, the PC is one of the things we take so easily for granted. Think about it - how many of you spend even just a couple of minutes dusting off your PC? Is it any wonder then th... more...

Computers » Software » Spyware and Viruses | By John Porter @ Friday, 6th April 2007 @ 6:14 PM

How does the spyware operate in your system? After getting downloaded on your computer system the spyware actually remains in the background and hampers the functional order. The first thing the spyware does is invariable slowing down of the system. The slow down mechanism is not an instant process. It takes stepwise direction to process itself. - The first step the spyware conducts is a wholesome scanning process. In doing so it takes time. But without scanning the spyware canno... more...

Computers » Software » Spyware and Viruses | By cher k markov @ Friday, 6th April 2007 @ 3:35 PM

Though internet is a revolution in the present world, it has its own disadvantages. The security and privacy are at stake. The Internet is a dangerous place full of privacy invaders, scammers, and hackers availaing full advantage of your internet activities. You need to take certain preventive measures to avoid these threats. Spyware may get installed via certain shareware programs offered for download. Downloading programs only from reputable sources can provide some protection from this source... more...

Computers » Software » Spyware and Viruses | By John Porter @ Friday, 6th April 2007 @ 12:33 AM

Spooky in nature, sly in character and tricky in behavior - the spyware is marked by all these attributes. Interestingly it is software that can get connected with your computer system when it is connected with the Internet. But if you just take a glance at what are the dangers it can cause to your operating system, they are enough to bring in you a shiver of terror. Have a look: - Whatever you do purchasing by being online can be recorded by the spyware. Precisely the spyware can ... more...

Computers » Software » Spyware and Viruses | By John Porter @ Thursday, 5th April 2007 @ 4:33 PM

If you are net savvy by now you have either faced the spyware trouble or quite ready to face it any moment. Awareness about spyware problem is relatively higher than that of how to combat this situation. You must have also come across different spyware removal software. But you are not quite confident and sure about the utility aspect. In the meantime you have also heard of problems related to the spyware removal software. So a clear and precise information and understanding of spyware r... more...

Computers » Software » Spyware and Viruses | By John Porter @ Thursday, 5th April 2007 @ 4:33 PM

Spyware is not a miracle or magic. But it makes you feel so. When does it enter into your machine, you actually have no idea of it. And you find things happening automatically as if someone is really keeping an eye on you and specifically monitoring your works in the computer. You are apparently right regarding the spyware threat but not exactly correct in your interpretation. Know the doors that allow spyware in It is after all your fault that you don't notice that an intrud... more...