The knowledgeable folks at HowToGeek.com just published the following article covering Windows security. You more than likely have read or heard my opinions and recommendations for Windows security, but I like to present other sources for you from time-to-time as well. I firmly stand by my recommendations over the years, and try to keep my articles updated on the topic.… Read More »Another opinion about Windows Security – Article
Trying to explain why and how fake security infiltrates my client’s computer is difficult. Instead of trying to explain it each and every time, which can be daunting, I am going to suggest this article as a reading assignment. If you use Microsoft Windows, and you want to minimize the possibility of becoming infected by this almost unstoppable force, you… Read More »More on Fake Security Ads and Scareware
Please, please, please read, listen and watch ALL newscasts/articles/Facebook posts or videos with a critical eye. These past few days the news and Internet have been dominated with this ‘huge ransomware attack‘. Let’s start by talking about math. It is estimated that there are between 2.5 and 3 BILLION computers in the world today. The biggest number of affected computers… Read More »Perspective on Ransomware “attack” 2017
Phishing is the dark art of getting computer users to click on links in email or open attachments that are nefarious. Often times these emails are cleverly disguised UNLESS you look carefully at the wording, grammar, and sending address. It MIGHT have a name of a friend, family member, or co-worker, but closer scrutiny will reveal the address is not… Read More »More Phishing attempts…
I came across the following article from HowToGeek.com last week and wanted to share it with you. It drives the point I make constantly here at HelpMeRick.com…be careful what you download, where you download, and how you install downloads. The HowToGeek site has a paid staff that puts together these articles, and they are always thorough, well illustrated and easy… Read More »Great article from HowToGeek.com about downloading & Security
Over the past few years, the majority of my professional time has been digging computer users (Windows users only) out of jams where they were infiltrated by fake security software or spyware. Two things you need to know about this type of infection:
Over the years, security and keeping computers running clean has been a common soap box for me. Listed below are just a handful of the articles youRead More »Fake Security Alerts & other Internet Bad Guys CAN be prevented
This article applies primarily to Windows users (any version) since virii and spyware infections are pretty much limited to Windows users at this time. However, Apple and Linux users should heed the advice that I will lay out here and help their Windows using friends and family as well. First and foremost, EVERY Internet user should read, study, and understand… Read More »WARNING! Spyware/Virus Infections Getting Nastier!
Chris Pirillo, web tech meme, interviewed the Vice President of MalwareBytes and hit on some great questions and answers about how computers become infected, why, and how you can stay safe. In addition to all the information I provide for you here at HelpMeRick.com, please, please, please watch this video:
Every year computer users using the Internet to check account balances, transactions, and even paying bills grows by nearly 30%. According to one Pew study, more than 50 million Americans use online banking services. 50 million sounds like a large number, but that still reflects less than 50% of online American adults. Bank web sites continue to evolve by becoming easier to use, more secure, and more helpful than ever before. In fact, many banks rather that their customers check their web site for answers rather than call or visit a branch. However, many people shy away from online banking because of security fears.
I?m going to outline, for you, five simple steps that you can take to keep yourself and your finances safe on the Internet.
Prevention is the best medicine when it comes to avoiding illness in ourselves. Prevention in the computer world is no different. And like a newborn baby, a newly purchased computer is subject to many terrible diseases and problems if not properly cared from the moment it is taken from its cardboard box. I follow these steps when setting up a new computer system for my clients, and recommend this methodology for all new computer setups: