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Monday, September 17, 2012

About Internet / Network Security: Is Your New Computer Pre-infected with Malware?

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From Andy O'Donnell, your Guide to Internet / Network Security
You might think that your brand new out-of-the-box computer is nice and secure, but you might be wrong. In this week's featured article below we'll learn that some computers are already infected with malware before their owners even turn them on for the first time. Check out the articles below for more information:

Is Your Brand New Computer Pre-infected with Malware?
There have been recent reports of more and more new computers being pre-infected with malware before they even reach store shelves. This issue highlights the current lack of adequate supply chain security in portions of the computer industry... Read more

Securing Your HomePlug Powerline Network
A lot of people are opting to setup HomePlug Powerline networks in their homes. Powerline networks use your home's electrical wiring to carry network traffic to anywhere in your home... Read more

How to Detect and Remove Wireless Freeloaders From Your Network
Are wireless freeloaders sucking up all your bandwidth? How can you find out if someone is leeching off of your wireless network without your permission? In this week's featured article: How... Read more

Are Shortened Links Dangerous?
So you want to post a really adorable cat picture on a social media site, but the link is too long to fit in your post. What should you do?... Read more

 


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