http://ezinearticles.com/?cat=Internet-and-Businesses-Online:Security EzineArticles.com - Trusted By Millions as The Source For Quality Original Articles http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/2.0/ Phishing is the act of some individual sending an email to a user in an attempt to scam the user to release personal information. Is it easy to determine if it's a scam? Sometimes - but not always. I hope to give you enough examples and information to help you to safeguard yourself from these unsavory individuals. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:23:18 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Phishing-Its-Signs-and-Your-Options&id=55260 http://ezinearticles.com/?Phishing-Its-Signs-and-Your-Options&id=55260 Privacy is one of the most valued possessions of all people. It is the key to a safe life. So, next time someone you don't know or someone you're avoiding to get contact with sent you an email message; a quick creation of another identity becomes a must. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:20:27 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Outlook-Express-Ways-to-Follow-to-Create-and-Manage-Another-Identity-in-Outlook-Express&id=3299854 http://ezinearticles.com/?Outlook-Express-Ways-to-Follow-to-Create-and-Manage-Another-Identity-in-Outlook-Express&id=3299854 Spyware can damage far more than your computer speed, left unchecked, it can rob you of your identity. Learn how adware protects you against spyware and adware. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 09:12:06 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?NoAdware-Review-Just-the-Facts&id=3295481 http://ezinearticles.com/?NoAdware-Review-Just-the-Facts&id=3295481 The best way to protect your money from Internet scams is to avoid them altogether. In a perfect world, you never would, but even the best of us get taken in once in a while. The most common type of scam is the one in which someone offers something for sale online, takes your money, and then never delivers a product. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 19:48:10 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Dont-Lose-Money-to-Internet-Fraud&id=3294701 http://ezinearticles.com/?Dont-Lose-Money-to-Internet-Fraud&id=3294701 The growth of the internet has brought with it a wave of online piracy of movies and TV shows. The entertainment industry often gives dire warnings of what this will lead to and wants more done to stop it. What the industry fails to realize though is that a significant part of the blame for this problem rests squarely on their shoulders, and their stubborn refusal to adapt to the digital age. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 19:31:37 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Really-Fight-Online-Piracy&id=3286169 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Really-Fight-Online-Piracy&id=3286169 There are many options to change your IP out there. This article explores how to get the best. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:32:31 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Best-Option-For-Protection-Free-Proxy-Site-Vs-Paid-IP-Changing-Software&id=2922604 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Best-Option-For-Protection-Free-Proxy-Site-Vs-Paid-IP-Changing-Software&id=2922604 The majority of small and major businesses run a different version of Microsoft Windows on their computers. Many people develop for this platform because it is so widely used and that is where the money is at. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:05:04 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Tighten-Up-Security-For-Your-Online-Business-(Part-2)&id=3100827 http://ezinearticles.com/?Tighten-Up-Security-For-Your-Online-Business-(Part-2)&id=3100827 When you are building an online business, considering every aspect of the idea is crucial. From finances to marketing and advertising, you need to be smart about how you plan to get everything working nicely and to your high expectations. Being realistic helps, but when you are winning, it is good to take a calculated risk. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:04:52 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Tighten-Up-Security-For-Your-Online-Business-(Part-1)&id=3100787 http://ezinearticles.com/?Tighten-Up-Security-For-Your-Online-Business-(Part-1)&id=3100787 As I have mentioned before, some programs are very good for you and your business. I have some certain programs that I have either paid for or got for free. They have worked very well for me and I would recommend them to anyone that wants a good defense against any malicious coding or hacker out there. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:04:45 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Tighten-Up-Security-For-Your-Online-Business-(Part-3)&id=3100842 http://ezinearticles.com/?Tighten-Up-Security-For-Your-Online-Business-(Part-3)&id=3100842 It's unbelievable how the Internet has become such an unsafe place. It started out wowing us for the tremendous world of conveniences and entertainment it could offer. But now, it seems that it has become very much exploited by people who can't find anything more decent to do with their lives. When you use the Internet these days, you're always faced with the possibility of being hacked or being infected by viruses, Trojans, worms, and all sorts of online contaminants. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:10:22 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Basic-Internet-Security-Tips&id=3292592 http://ezinearticles.com/?Basic-Internet-Security-Tips&id=3292592 Cyberbullying is a term that refers to threatening or harassing a person through email, chat rooms, mobile phones and other technologies. Obviously, this is getting more and more popular as more people are lured into into the cyber world. The problem is made worse by fact that when a cyberbully does his thing, he can always remain anonymous. This boosts his confidence knowing that he will most probably never be caught. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:10:12 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Look-Into-Cyberbullying&id=3292582 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Look-Into-Cyberbullying&id=3292582 Large companies and organizations usually have an independent IT department that handles security issues regarding Internet use by its employers. Most network and security engineers use attachment filters and antivirus software on the company's email servers to scan for any anomalies. The problem is, each time these security measures are set up and believed to be keeping the network safe, some other routes are taken to introduce data into the system. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:09:51 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Wireless-Woes-and-Other-Corporate-Internet-Security-Issues&id=3292576 http://ezinearticles.com/?Wireless-Woes-and-Other-Corporate-Internet-Security-Issues&id=3292576 If there's one thing about myths or urban legends about Internet security, it's probably the fact that these stories actually put people on their toes and realize that the threat is real online. This is probably what you would call human adaptation wherein extra work for self-preservation is exerted in times of perceived danger. Fear of their computers being hacked, fear of losing their files due to viruses, fear of having their identities stolen - these are things that could work well for any Internet user. These are things that heighten the need for security measures to be implemented. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:09:19 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Busting-the-Myths-About-Internet-Security&id=3292564 http://ezinearticles.com/?Busting-the-Myths-About-Internet-Security&id=3292564 Internet security is becoming more important than ever due to the large amount of spam and other threats. However, not many people understand there are a number of companies offering anonymous web surfing services. This article discusses the advantages of anonymous surfing. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 10:53:36 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Anonymous-Surfing-Can-Protect-Your-Privacy&id=3255923 http://ezinearticles.com/?Anonymous-Surfing-Can-Protect-Your-Privacy&id=3255923 There are many subtle signs of a computer virus that a casual computer user may not even notice at first. Some of those subtle signs can be like the computer starting to freeze up for no apparent reason or the screen appearing to blink all of a sudden. For many computer users these small clues can go undiscovered and the next thing they know the computer has locked up on them or is doing bizarre things. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 09:19:52 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?For-Virus-Removal-Virus-Protection-is-Essential&id=3281539 http://ezinearticles.com/?For-Virus-Removal-Virus-Protection-is-Essential&id=3281539 These days when no information seems safe online, people have been considering file and disk encryption. Sometimes, they don't even understand what it is. They just know it's a security measure they must take to ensure that they need not face the worst from being thieved of their data. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 19:17:57 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Encryption-For-Internet-Security&id=3286320 http://ezinearticles.com/?Encryption-For-Internet-Security&id=3286320 The computer is one mighty machine mas has made for his benefit. Unfortunately, it can become his own downfall as well. A lot of data may be stored here and these may be information essential to the owner. Personal details such as username, password, bank account number, credit card number and the like may be stashed away in the innermost folders of this device. Still, this is no reason to feel complacent about the security of such information. As easy as how the computer was created and developed is how its purpose can be destroyed. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 18:41:38 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Safeguarding-Your-Digital-Information&id=3286245 http://ezinearticles.com/?Safeguarding-Your-Digital-Information&id=3286245 It is no secret that we have to be careful when shopping online. The amount of threats that surround us when we are making a purchase on the web are great in numbers. This is why safe and secure shopping online should be our number one priority when we are about to make a purchase or submit our personal information over the web. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:05:45 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Safe-and-Secure-Shopping-Online-How-to-Protect-Your-Privacy-and-Sensitive-Information&id=3165513 http://ezinearticles.com/?Safe-and-Secure-Shopping-Online-How-to-Protect-Your-Privacy-and-Sensitive-Information&id=3165513 One of the easiest and more prolific methods for online fraudsters to contact their victims is through email. This article outlines our top ten warning signs that may indicate you are about to be scammed. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 15:57:13 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Top-10-Indicators-to-Look-Out-For-to-Avoid-Getting-Your-Money-Stolen-Through-Email-Fraud&id=3165647 http://ezinearticles.com/?Top-10-Indicators-to-Look-Out-For-to-Avoid-Getting-Your-Money-Stolen-Through-Email-Fraud&id=3165647 The business world is now, for the most part, driven by technology. The internet is of fundamental importance to the success of a business. With such a reliance on technology, computers, and the internet, there has been an increase in attacks against businesses. One such attack is computer viruses. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 11:04:39 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?PC-Virus-Removal-Can-Help-Businesses-Save-Millions-of-Dollars&id=3282949 http://ezinearticles.com/?PC-Virus-Removal-Can-Help-Businesses-Save-Millions-of-Dollars&id=3282949 It's never wise to leave your website open to attacks as you may have spent lots of time and resources setting up the site. Security is very important, regardless of the type of site you are running. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 21:46:35 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Securing-and-Preventing-Website-From-Being-Hacked&id=3278242 http://ezinearticles.com/?Securing-and-Preventing-Website-From-Being-Hacked&id=3278242 The internet is a still evolving community, home to everything from exotic recipes to embarrassing videos to books that are no longer in print. In recent years, as the Web 2.0 revolution shifted the focus of the content online from companies to individual users, the amount and variety of information and entertainment available has exploded. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 19:16:14 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Googles-SafeSearch-Keeps-Kids-Safer-Online&id=3267448 http://ezinearticles.com/?Googles-SafeSearch-Keeps-Kids-Safer-Online&id=3267448 Anti-virus protection, critical security patches and a secure wireless connection have always been essential processes on my networks. My main concern has always been to protect my bank account by keeping the bad guy out. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 17:49:49 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Why-is-Child-Pornography-on-Your-PC?&id=3266763 http://ezinearticles.com/?Why-is-Child-Pornography-on-Your-PC?&id=3266763 Instant Messaging (IM) presents itself as an emerging threat. Here's what you can do now to protect your small business. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 11:39:20 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Threat-of-IM&id=299699 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Threat-of-IM&id=299699 The top five online scams on the Internet hit nearly ten million people last year according to an FBI report in December 2004. That figure doubled from 2003 to 2004 and people are continuing to fall for these email and identity theft scams. These con artists and hackers are just waiting to commit online fraud and steal your identity. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 09:12:17 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Top-Five-Online-Frauds&id=35464 http://ezinearticles.com/?Top-Five-Online-Frauds&id=35464 Pharming is one of the latest online scams and rapidly growing threat that has been showing up on the Internet. It's a new way for criminals to try to get into your computer so they can steal your personal data. Phishing and pharming are related online scams but pharming has evolved into a much more sophisticated trick. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 09:12:08 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Pharming-Another-New-Fraud&id=57570 http://ezinearticles.com/?Pharming-Another-New-Fraud&id=57570 Don't know where to report an Internet scam? Here is where you can report it and do something about it. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 09:11:13 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Reporting-Internet-Fraud&id=41386 http://ezinearticles.com/?Reporting-Internet-Fraud&id=41386 Everyday, the Internet is processing a greater amount of data whether as personal information or as confidential business files. Data will refer to any piece of information that is electronically stored either in emails, social media sites and other databases people may have records of themselves in. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:43:19 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Need-For-Internet-Security&id=3268536 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Need-For-Internet-Security&id=3268536 Passwords and personal web certificates are some of the more common ways of preserving our Internet security and are usually our first line of defense against hacking threats. However, there are times when we just lose or forget about them and we feel that there's no way of accessing our accounts. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:40:34 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Recovering-Passwords-and-Web-Certificates&id=3268524 http://ezinearticles.com/?Recovering-Passwords-and-Web-Certificates&id=3268524 You may have read a lot about Internet security and the things that they put you at risk for. Identity theft is one. Sexual predators targeting children is another. However, have you ever really looked into what these unwanted elements online are actually snatching from you so the risks begin to take shape? Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:35:16 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Internet-Security-What-Can-They-Take-From-You?&id=3268515 http://ezinearticles.com/?Internet-Security-What-Can-They-Take-From-You?&id=3268515 When setting up an online business, there are many things to consider beyond the basics of sales and marketing. While the appeal of one's product is of paramount importance to be sure, there are few things more disheartening for a fledging online business than to realise that despite the appeal of their product... Read more... Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:03:26 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Setting-Up-an-Online-Business-The-Cost-of-Security&id=3269256 http://ezinearticles.com/?Setting-Up-an-Online-Business-The-Cost-of-Security&id=3269256 In this article we will look at 3 reasons to use a password manager. Having the peace of mind of having all of your confidential log-ins and passwords tucked safely away with password security software is not the only reason they have become so popular. Mon, 16 Nov 2009 17:49:55 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Password-Security-Software-3-Reasons-to-Use-a-Password-Manager&id=3272215 http://ezinearticles.com/?Password-Security-Software-3-Reasons-to-Use-a-Password-Manager&id=3272215 This article provides plenty of information about Cyber Security and usefulness of SSL certificates to protect your eCommerce website. Know about how to protect Cyber Security & Online transaction(payment) with SSL Certificates. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 22:18:50 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?SSL-Certificate-and-Cyber-Security&id=3253906 http://ezinearticles.com/?SSL-Certificate-and-Cyber-Security&id=3253906 Early Detection Information has a low cost monthly solution that will be shared with other members for the purpose of uniformity only. Practical measures for critical infrastructure protection, intrusion prevention and threat assessment to resolutions are our leading efforts. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 16:24:16 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Cybersecurity-Had-Best-Be-Everyones-Concern&id=964532 http://ezinearticles.com/?Cybersecurity-Had-Best-Be-Everyones-Concern&id=964532 Brand monitoring is becoming an increasingly important factor for any businesses online strategy. This is because the internet is now almost incomprehensible in size and scope, and it is still growing and developing at an incredible rate. As the World Wide Web becomes more and more sophisticated, so do the users, which is great in the sense that we all have a very powerful tool at our fingertips that allows us to do things that were unimaginable 30 or 40 years ago. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 15:44:18 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Brand-Monitoring-to-Battle-Online-Brand-Fraud&id=3247630 http://ezinearticles.com/?Brand-Monitoring-to-Battle-Online-Brand-Fraud&id=3247630 With vital data being transmitted and stored in web applications, there is a dire need for explicit security testing. Apart from maintaining the privacy of important data, security testing also involves tackling authorization and authentication issues. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 15:38:34 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Tips-to-Choose-the-Web-Application-Security-Testing-Tool&id=3246670 http://ezinearticles.com/?Tips-to-Choose-the-Web-Application-Security-Testing-Tool&id=3246670 I have talked a lot about email security, good email practices, how to avoid spa m and phishing s cams, etc. But here is an area not often mentioned, which deserves our attention: email forwarding. Recently a friend of mine who knows I am in the business of protecting people on the Internet, forwarded to me by email a copy of a newsletter he subscribes to. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 15:30:54 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Email-Forwarding-A-Cautionary-Tale&id=936124 http://ezinearticles.com/?Email-Forwarding-A-Cautionary-Tale&id=936124 There are many threats to your computer online. You must be prepared and alert, and know how to deal with them. This article will help you. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 15:28:52 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Your-Home-PC-Security-Requires-Vigilance&id=1758310 http://ezinearticles.com/?Your-Home-PC-Security-Requires-Vigilance&id=1758310 Privacy has taken on a whole new meaning. When shopping, banking, updating medical history, applying for loans and requesting financial aid, to name a few, are all done online from the comfort of a desk chair, information that no one wants floating around is doing just that, floating. Each time a person 'surfs the web' their computer is communicating with each website, offering it the computer's IP (internet provider) address, among other things. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 15:27:54 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Proxy-Sites-and-Their-Benefits&id=2746330 http://ezinearticles.com/?Proxy-Sites-and-Their-Benefits&id=2746330 What is a spoof email and how can they be prevented? A spoof email appears to come from one email address but in reality comes from a completely different one. How does this happen? Fri, 13 Nov 2009 14:41:10 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Preventing-Email-Spoof&id=1122098 http://ezinearticles.com/?Preventing-Email-Spoof&id=1122098 Here we discuss chargeback causes and ramifications. We focus on scammers who use stolen credit cards to buy goods on-line. When the legitimate card holder notifies his or her card bank about the unauthorized transactions, the bank debits the amount from the on-line merchant and initiates a charge back procedure. So the victim is the merchant. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 13:19:43 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Avoid-Chargeback-Hell&id=3248841 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Avoid-Chargeback-Hell&id=3248841 This article is going to tell you about staying safe online. It will give you a few good tips to follow so you don't become a victim. As we all know the internet is becoming more and more dangerous to be on. We are always been told about Anti Virus programs, Anti spyware, Trojans, Malware and so on... Fri, 13 Nov 2009 11:03:18 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Stay-Safe-Online&id=3243474 http://ezinearticles.com/?Stay-Safe-Online&id=3243474 There's a good percentage of office workers connected to the Internet without any good reason to be so. Most of them engage in activities that are not related their jobs such as gaming, social networking and sometimes, online pornography. At present, there are already innumerable sites that offer significant risk to the security of the computers that connect to them. Thu, 12 Nov 2009 21:01:27 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Towards-Internet-Security-Content-Filtering-Vs-Site-Blocking&id=3252519 http://ezinearticles.com/?Towards-Internet-Security-Content-Filtering-Vs-Site-Blocking&id=3252519 Each time you use the Internet to shop, transact with your bank or do any activity that needs you to send personal information, you are actually inviting intrusion of those whom you may not be happy to have around. IN other words, you're making yourself a target for hackers who will always somehow find a way to make use of that personal information to serve themselves. Thu, 12 Nov 2009 20:59:28 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Your-Personal-Information-on-the-Web&id=3252517 http://ezinearticles.com/?Your-Personal-Information-on-the-Web&id=3252517 When you connect to the Internet, you are naturally opening yourself up to the risks of spyware and virus infection. These two are inevitable consequences of merely having an Internet service connected to your computer. Thu, 12 Nov 2009 20:57:08 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Dealing-With-Surfing-Risks-With-an-IP-Hider&id=3252516 http://ezinearticles.com/?Dealing-With-Surfing-Risks-With-an-IP-Hider&id=3252516 Password security for Word files is an issue many people are concerned about. In this article we will offer information on Microsoft Word's security problems and uncover what you can do to make your Word passwords more effective. Thu, 12 Nov 2009 19:04:24 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Password-Security-For-Word-Files&id=3236023 http://ezinearticles.com/?Password-Security-For-Word-Files&id=3236023 We all know that remaining anonymous online is a necessity at times. Why then should you go for a paid proxy service? Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:07:07 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Paid-Proxy-Service&id=3227561 http://ezinearticles.com/?Paid-Proxy-Service&id=3227561 How to find and remove virus quickly using the best virus scan software on the Internet? A computer virus is designed to spread from system to system, with its main objective being to destroy all the data it finds inside. Another objective they may have is to open up backdoor access for hackers to gain unauthorized access into the system. Viruses basically piggyback another software application to spread around and spread very easily when users download software applications, especially the free ones, from the Internet... Thu, 12 Nov 2009 13:15:27 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Virus-Scan-Reviews-Finding-and-Removing-a-Virus-Quickly&id=3252100 http://ezinearticles.com/?Virus-Scan-Reviews-Finding-and-Removing-a-Virus-Quickly&id=3252100 It was amazing! I was more than enthralled by this story. I actually had my mouth open, with no words coming out. Thu, 12 Nov 2009 13:10:09 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Spyware-Fix-Virus-Cost-Couple-$250,000-and-Hubbys-Job&id=3236791 http://ezinearticles.com/?Spyware-Fix-Virus-Cost-Couple-$250,000-and-Hubbys-Job&id=3236791 Do you want to learn how to remove spyware and adware easily with adware and spyware removers? There are many websites on the Internet whose owners claim that they have the latest malware protection and removal programs available for download. However, you need to be very careful when downloading online, including those applications that are apparently protection programs. I have experienced my PC system getting infected by viruses and spyware when I downloaded software that was supposed to be a virus removal program... Wed, 11 Nov 2009 22:20:06 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Adware-and-Spyware-Removers-Review-How-to-Remove-Spyware-and-Adware-Easily?&id=3228927 http://ezinearticles.com/?Adware-and-Spyware-Removers-Review-How-to-Remove-Spyware-and-Adware-Easily?&id=3228927 If you do any shopping, bill paying, banking, or communicating online, it is safe to assume that you have created at least five to ten passwords. If not, you may have created one password that you are using for more than one account. Whether you have one or many, we can all agree on one thing. When we make a password, we want it to be easy for us to remember and hard for someone else to figure out. Wed, 11 Nov 2009 17:17:17 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Make-a-Password-Creating-Sophisticated-Passwords-That-Are-Easy-to-Remember&id=3229363 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Make-a-Password-Creating-Sophisticated-Passwords-That-Are-Easy-to-Remember&id=3229363 Take precaution when you open an online banking account. Search out its site for fraud and reviews before diving into it. I made a mistake in not checking them out. Though the amount lost was not much, but I should not even be losing it in the first place! So learn a lesson from me. Wed, 11 Nov 2009 14:15:40 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-to-Do-If-You-Find-That-You-Were-Involved-in-a-Fraud&id=3225007 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-to-Do-If-You-Find-That-You-Were-Involved-in-a-Fraud&id=3225007 Last night, 60 Minutes ran a story on hacking. It's pretty scary stuff. This article explores this very serious problem as it applies to Internet marketing. Wed, 11 Nov 2009 08:35:26 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Internet-Marketing-News-The-60-Minutes-Hacker-Story&id=3234274 http://ezinearticles.com/?Internet-Marketing-News-The-60-Minutes-Hacker-Story&id=3234274 Most people are aware what phishing is or have heard the word. But many usually don't think it can happen to them. Well it can. And with the added sophistication of the attackers you'll need to be more aware. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 16:28:35 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Phishing-Trojan-Twist&id=3225950 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Phishing-Trojan-Twist&id=3225950 Today's technology has given us a lot of benefits but it can also cause us detriment just as much. One of the conveniences we've enjoyed is online shopping. Another is online banking. Both ways, we are risking our Internet security by allowing our personal information such as credit card numbers, account passwords and usernames and other personal details to travel the web unprotected. This is when we are actually exposing ourselves to the danger of our identity being hijacked. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 15:55:19 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Options-For-Securing-Your-Online-Identity&id=3241220 http://ezinearticles.com/?Options-For-Securing-Your-Online-Identity&id=3241220 With the rise of technologies, companies are now able to exchange vital information over the Internet. Confidential files are being sent to and received by these businesses everyday and the documents can be anything from employees' personal files to very sensitive banking information. Of course, it's not possible not to take advantage of the Internet because it can give a company enormous advantage. Tasks are completed faster, communication is more productive and goals are simply met within a shorter span of time. All of these contribute to these businesses' success to the point that it's almost unimaginable how to thrive without them. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 15:54:54 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Technologies-and-Their-Risks&id=3241205 http://ezinearticles.com/?Technologies-and-Their-Risks&id=3241205 There's no question about the Internet being the biggest development of man so far. Now, it's easy for people to do what they want and to have what they want while just being glued to their home computer. The Internet is one big ocean of information where people can just do everything they want and share what they can to others. However, with al the information floating around the web, the risks of information being thieved is also a lot greater. Now, it is easy for anyone to steal anyone's identity. This is, so far, the biggest risk that the Internet technology has given us. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 15:54:33 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-Happens-When-Too-Much-Information-is-Available?&id=3241191 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-Happens-When-Too-Much-Information-is-Available?&id=3241191 The internet can be a great source of information. The internet has become an online playground for predators. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 13:28:31 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Internet-A-Predators-Playground&id=1168709 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Internet-A-Predators-Playground&id=1168709 When you're using a computer at work that's also used by colleagues, you need to take extra security precautions. This is because with users other than yourself, you could be exposing yourself to real risks such as those related to your personal finances such as banking, taxes, etc. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 13:06:10 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Physical-to-Virtual-Locations-For-Online-Safety&id=3230899 http://ezinearticles.com/?Physical-to-Virtual-Locations-For-Online-Safety&id=3230899 You've heard about phishing and the nasty ways it works. With phishing, you get an email that makes you click a link to a site where you could end up typing in your personal information. Usually, this is a web page that mimics what your bank's webpage looks like. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 13:05:16 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Internet-Security-Guarding-Against-Pharming&id=3230796 http://ezinearticles.com/?Internet-Security-Guarding-Against-Pharming&id=3230796 When it comes to cybercrime, it's important to realize that we are our first defenders. That means what we take upon ourselves to do to protect ourselves is the first thing that actually protects us from what's out there on the Internet. True enough, the good things outweigh the bad. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 13:03:42 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Dealing-With-Cyber-Crimes&id=3230782 http://ezinearticles.com/?Dealing-With-Cyber-Crimes&id=3230782 Spyware: Spyware is a catch-all word encompassing malware like Trojans, adware, pop-ups, altered cookies, key-loggers, and so on. Spyware is usually designed to observe your activities online and to discover security flaws. Hackers have acquired innovative implements, like key-loggers, capable of remembering each key pressed, enabling the discovery of your password, bank details, and email. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 09:02:30 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Internet-Security-Tips-and-Tricks&id=2188965 http://ezinearticles.com/?Internet-Security-Tips-and-Tricks&id=2188965 Since its discovery, the Conficker Worm has wreaked havoc in many computers and even puts the Internet itself at risk. It is said that at least five million computers have this bot net which is so big that even experts are convinced they're capable of shutting down systems in entire nations. So what is it that makes the worm so destructive? Mon, 09 Nov 2009 22:23:55 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Internet-Security-and-the-Conficker-Worm&id=3232701 http://ezinearticles.com/?Internet-Security-and-the-Conficker-Worm&id=3232701 You could be the victim of Internet theft, you may not even know you are being victimised by the clever Internet fraudsters, are your products being advertised on Facebook or Utube? Unfortunately this happens all the time and unsuspecting Internet Marketeers are completely unaware they are being taken for a ride. There are however, certain ways you can help to protect your products, and consequently, your cash, which will help to stop the theft you may be suffering right now. Mon, 09 Nov 2009 15:43:58 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Protect-Your-Thank-You-and-Download-Pages&id=1612257 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Protect-Your-Thank-You-and-Download-Pages&id=1612257 Your computer is behaving strangely, or running at a crawl? Perhaps infected with a virus, spyware, trojan, or worm? Follow these 3 steps to clean up the problem, and keep your computer safe and sound on the Internet! Mon, 09 Nov 2009 15:23:49 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Virus-Spyware-Attack-Your-Computer-Security-Tip&id=505051 http://ezinearticles.com/?Virus-Spyware-Attack-Your-Computer-Security-Tip&id=505051 Have you ever worried about the security of your computer? Are you annoying by the pops-up of your PC? Do you want to get your PC run like a new one again? Well, if you follow tips bellow and do the right thing to maintain your computer security, then you can be sure to retrieve what you want. Mon, 09 Nov 2009 15:11:10 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Computer-Security-Help-Tips-For-Maintaining-Your-PC-Security&id=3211064 http://ezinearticles.com/?Computer-Security-Help-Tips-For-Maintaining-Your-PC-Security&id=3211064 Kaspersky Internet Security 2010 may well have been distributed a little prematurely, however a number of improvements indicate that it isn't a hurried release. The interface has undergone an overhaul, with large, clear tabs and more white space than prior editions. However, behind the clever design is a multitude of sub-panes that is at times complicated to navigate. Mon, 09 Nov 2009 14:12:57 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Kaspersky-Internet-Security-2010-A-Credible-and-Powerful-Suite-Thats-Well-Worth-Consideration&id=2938197 http://ezinearticles.com/?Kaspersky-Internet-Security-2010-A-Credible-and-Powerful-Suite-Thats-Well-Worth-Consideration&id=2938197 We are all familiar with credit card fraud and as a merchant that can be stuck holding the bill, you need to be extra careful. The first place to be cautious is long before you take your first customers electronic payment. When setting up your online credit card processing account make sure to avoid scams. Review your choices as carefully as you would opening any bank account for your business. Mon, 09 Nov 2009 13:46:36 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Online-Credit-Card-Processing-Fraud-Avoid-It&id=1598965 http://ezinearticles.com/?Online-Credit-Card-Processing-Fraud-Avoid-It&id=1598965 Do you really need to download adware and spyware remover programs? Many computer users try to convince themselves that they will be careful enough not to let such malicious software infect their systems. They then slowly discover that their system starts to run slower and slower, and by that time, the virus or malware would have already infected their PC... Mon, 09 Nov 2009 12:34:08 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Adware-and-Spyware-Remover-Programs&id=3220043 http://ezinearticles.com/?Adware-and-Spyware-Remover-Programs&id=3220043 A worm that specifically targeted web developers took me by surprise, as it did several other friends in the business. This is my account of this worm's damaging effects, what I learned about it, and how I dealt with it. Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:18:43 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Great-Internet-Worm-Hunt&id=3214848 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Great-Internet-Worm-Hunt&id=3214848 Trusted Computing is perhaps one of the most misunderstood (willfully misunderstood, to be frank about it) emergent technologies for computer security. The misunderstanding starts from Wikipedia's entries on Trusted Computing, and continues through hundreds of articles and blogs. Find out why you ought to trust Trusted Computing. Mon, 09 Nov 2009 08:57:48 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Five-Great-Reasons-to-Adopt-Trusted-Computing&id=3214423 http://ezinearticles.com/?Five-Great-Reasons-to-Adopt-Trusted-Computing&id=3214423 Fraud is everywhere online and off. You will find their stint in the classifieds, on all auctions, e-stores, merchants such as Paypal, your email and anywhere else they perceive as means of swindling money from you. Many people have been scammed and are living the painful consequences. Mon, 09 Nov 2009 08:38:29 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?10-Ways-to-Protect-Yourself-Against-Fraud&id=99866 http://ezinearticles.com/?10-Ways-to-Protect-Yourself-Against-Fraud&id=99866 If you are planning to come up with your own online business than you need to remember that you need to be very careful about your network security. Today, most of the multinational companies and corporate firms spend more money on their network security as their business data is very important and they cannot afford to compromise their data at any cost which is why most of the companies go for penetration test when they set up their business. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 21:34:41 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?All-About-Penetration-Testing&id=3214768 http://ezinearticles.com/?All-About-Penetration-Testing&id=3214768 The field of network security is about how the bad guys can attack computer networks and about how we, soon-to-be experts in computer networking, can defend networks against those attacks, or better yet, design new architectures that are immune to such attacks in the first place. Given the frequency and variety of existing attacks as well as the threat of new and more destructive future attacks, network security has become a central topic in the field of computer networking in recent years. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:01:11 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Networks-Under-Attack&id=3117062 http://ezinearticles.com/?Networks-Under-Attack&id=3117062 Stealing password information is not as hard as you think it might be. Any teenager looking for information on how to hack emails can now do so without difficulty. Even more frightening is the proliferation of malicious software, or malware, which invades your computer system to steal important information. According to a report released this year by McAfee, password-stealing Trojans have increased by up to 400% in the past year alone. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:35:46 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Protecting-Your-Computer-Against-Password-Theft&id=3219413 http://ezinearticles.com/?Protecting-Your-Computer-Against-Password-Theft&id=3219413 With Facebook's popularity growing to almost 200 million users world-wide, it should be no great surprise that the hackers and scam artists are there too. Following are a few smart steps business entrepreneurs can take to protect themselves from fraud on Facebook and other social networking sites. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:56:03 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Beware!-The-Dangers-of-Facebook!&id=3170756 http://ezinearticles.com/?Beware!-The-Dangers-of-Facebook!&id=3170756 Windows Firewall is a program designed to protect your PC from unauthorized users and applications. If you are using Windows XP or Vista you can access the Firewall from your Control Panel. When you install the Windows XP for the first time, by default Windows firewall gets activated. You can choose to switch off your firewall. However, your computer will be prone to vulnerabilities. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 10:04:03 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-is-Windows-Firewall-and-How-Does-it-Help-You?&id=3193739 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-is-Windows-Firewall-and-How-Does-it-Help-You?&id=3193739 Email security is becoming more important than ever due to the large amount of spam and other threats. However, not many people understand there are a number of companies offering anonymous browsing services. This article discusses the advantages of anonymous browsing. Thu, 05 Nov 2009 22:42:34 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Can-Anonymous-Web-Surfing-Really-Help?&id=3216889 http://ezinearticles.com/?Can-Anonymous-Web-Surfing-Really-Help?&id=3216889 Prevx 3.0 is an excellent spyware removal program if you have a slow computer. It takes up very little hard drive space and memory. Read more about the pros and cons of Prevx 3.0. Thu, 05 Nov 2009 21:09:09 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Prevx-3.0-Review-Pros-and-Cons&id=3204208 http://ezinearticles.com/?Prevx-3.0-Review-Pros-and-Cons&id=3204208 How to repair my computer after a virus attack? With the huge number of different viruses being spread online today each working differently, it has become very difficult to manually search for them in the system to delete them. Each one calls for a different way of detecting and deleting them. Luckily, PC security companies are programming effective solutions that can help computer users to deal with spyware and virus attacks easily. This type of security and protection program has helped me get rid of the viruses and malware attacks which my computer had encountered some months ago... Thu, 05 Nov 2009 17:13:10 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Repair-My-Computer-After-a-Virus-Attack?&id=3214116 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Repair-My-Computer-After-a-Virus-Attack?&id=3214116 Are you looking to download spyware remover software for getting rid of malware and viruses on your computer? Spyware are very irritating and potentially dangerous since pieces of malware that can be used to track the behavior of unsuspecting users over the Internet. This information that is usually collected illegally can then be distributed to the owners of the spyware for commercial or malicious purposes. The term spyware was first founded in the year 2000 by Gregor Freund... Thu, 05 Nov 2009 17:13:03 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Why-Download-Spyware-Remover-Software?&id=3214033 http://ezinearticles.com/?Why-Download-Spyware-Remover-Software?&id=3214033 Are you looking to download anti virus repair and scan software to get rid of all malware and viruses on your computer? Many PC users have encountered problems with malicious software and viruses at some point of their lives, and it is definitely a very irritating problem to deal with. Luckily, there are computer software solutions available that can stop virus from carrying out harmful functions. Victims of PC viruses usually end up regretting not getting protection programs installed on their PCs earlier... Thu, 05 Nov 2009 17:12:49 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Anti-Virus-Repair-and-Scan-Software-Review&id=3213916 http://ezinearticles.com/?Anti-Virus-Repair-and-Scan-Software-Review&id=3213916 Almost every aspect of our lives has been integrated with the computer and the Internet. Our emails, family contacts, shopping online, flight reservations, medical records, work documents, and even financial records have found their way onto the information highway. Thu, 05 Nov 2009 15:37:32 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Protect-Yourself-From-the-Net&id=3197568 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Protect-Yourself-From-the-Net&id=3197568 With the switch from wired to wireless Internet, and the ability for anyone to just connect to your Internet and go, there has been an increase in hacking and identity theft. When a war driver, or someone that goes looking for your network, finds that your router has been setup with the factory settings, then it will be a hay day for them. Thu, 05 Nov 2009 15:14:39 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Stop-Hackers-From-Accessing-and-Changing-Your-Internet-Settings&id=3198465 http://ezinearticles.com/?Stop-Hackers-From-Accessing-and-Changing-Your-Internet-Settings&id=3198465 It's amazing to see the shipping and credit card polices of many ecommerce businesses. Credit card fraud is a fear that many ecommerce business owners deal with on a daily basis. Unfortunately, the shipping and credit card polices I will examine in this article are not combating credit card fraud as much as they are leading to decreased sales. Thu, 05 Nov 2009 14:41:49 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Fear-of-Credit-Card-Fraud-Equal-Less-Onlines-Sales&id=3168867 http://ezinearticles.com/?Fear-of-Credit-Card-Fraud-Equal-Less-Onlines-Sales&id=3168867 There are lots of websites out there that can be harmful to your computer, or worse! Here are some tips on how to avoid unsafe websites when surfing the Internet. Thu, 05 Nov 2009 14:13:58 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Avoiding-Unsafe-Websites&id=3211124 http://ezinearticles.com/?Avoiding-Unsafe-Websites&id=3211124 An unprotected web server is an open invitation to shady, ill intent web surfers. A good number of viruses and malware applications are spread throughout the internet due to compromised websites. Microsoft Internet Information Services or IIS is one of the most popular web servers in use on the internet. Its popularity has also made it a favorite target for hackers. The following tips and suggestions are industry standard best practices that can help shield and protect IIS based web servers from malicious internet activity. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 17:02:51 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Protect-and-Secure-Microsoft-Windows-Based-Web-Server-Tips&id=3205956 http://ezinearticles.com/?Protect-and-Secure-Microsoft-Windows-Based-Web-Server-Tips&id=3205956 There are so many online advertisements out there in the world now. Some are real, some are not. Some are totally scams. How do you identify these scams? Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:20:23 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Be-Vigilant&id=3181205 http://ezinearticles.com/?Be-Vigilant&id=3181205 The online world is not a safe place, with identity theft and viruses around every turn. These things can happen to anyone at any time. In this article, we will discuss measures you can take to prevent these bad things from happening to you. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:09:22 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Staying-Safe-in-the-Dangerous-Online-World&id=3181333 http://ezinearticles.com/?Staying-Safe-in-the-Dangerous-Online-World&id=3181333 Many have been said about spyware attacks but little do we know about it. What is a spyware? How do you know that you have been infected by it? How could you protect yourself from it? The following seeks to understand the basics on spyware protection. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:00:06 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Spyware-Protection-How-to-Protect-Yourself-From-Spyware&id=3175768 http://ezinearticles.com/?Spyware-Protection-How-to-Protect-Yourself-From-Spyware&id=3175768 One of the easiest and more prolific methods for online fraudsters to contact their victims is through email. This article outlines our top ten warning signs that may indicate you are about to be scammed. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 11:57:34 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Top-10-Indicators-to-Look-Out-For-to-Avoid-Getting-Your-Money-Stolen-Through-Email-Fraud&id=3165647 http://ezinearticles.com/?Top-10-Indicators-to-Look-Out-For-to-Avoid-Getting-Your-Money-Stolen-Through-Email-Fraud&id=3165647 Information is what makes the world go round. In the business world, any organization stores thousands or millions of data everyday for the use in their venture. Sales receipts, pricelist, manifests, and portfolios -- every single data is stored in a database for various uses. What do you think would happen if your precious data is suddenly wiped out from your storage? Wed, 04 Nov 2009 10:55:07 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Why-Online-Backup-is-Important-Safeguard-Your-Data-on-the-Internet&id=3179449 http://ezinearticles.com/?Why-Online-Backup-is-Important-Safeguard-Your-Data-on-the-Internet&id=3179449 A fundamental benefit of HIPAA is that it encourages the wider use of electronic transactions, greatly simplifying healthcare administration and reducing administrative overhead costs. Yet with the computerization of patient medical records, healthcare organizations face an increased security risk from various sources, such as unauthorized internal access, intrusion attempts, and other security attacks. HIPAA therefore mandates security measures be taken to protect this sensitive data, ensuring that only patients and their healthcare providers have access to patient medical information. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 08:51:11 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?HIPAA-Project-Patient-Information&id=3177276 http://ezinearticles.com/?HIPAA-Project-Patient-Information&id=3177276 You're reading this article on the Internet, right? Just keep in mind that while you're surfing the 'net, don't toss your personal data out to sea where it's available for anyone to view, or worse, use. This article lists a few precautionary tips for keeping your private data private while using the Internet Tue, 03 Nov 2009 19:17:34 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?While-Surfing-the-Internet,-Dont-Send-Your-Personal-Data-Out-to-Sea&id=3199928 http://ezinearticles.com/?While-Surfing-the-Internet,-Dont-Send-Your-Personal-Data-Out-to-Sea&id=3199928 Is that email offer of a free dinner or laptop too good to be true. Find out how to avoid falling for this type of "sweepstakes" where no one is a winner. Tue, 03 Nov 2009 17:25:51 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Five-Tips-to-Avoid-Falling-For-Forward-This-to-7-Friends-and-Get-a-Free-Product-E-mails&id=3201367 http://ezinearticles.com/?Five-Tips-to-Avoid-Falling-For-Forward-This-to-7-Friends-and-Get-a-Free-Product-E-mails&id=3201367 Computer crime is a fact of life, whether we like it or not. There are many ways to protect yourself from assorted malware, and all include educating yourself and knowing where to get help. Tue, 03 Nov 2009 13:47:10 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Computer-Security-Software-Protects-Your-Computer-Against-the-Bad-Guys&id=2220661 http://ezinearticles.com/?Computer-Security-Software-Protects-Your-Computer-Against-the-Bad-Guys&id=2220661 You hear and see more and more of it. Huge internationally, renown websites fall victim to distributing malware to their visitors via malicious advertisements. Currently it's the #1 way to distribute malware and not a lot can really be done about it. Tue, 03 Nov 2009 11:08:16 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-Websites-Fall-Victim-to-Malicious-Advertising&id=3169779 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-Websites-Fall-Victim-to-Malicious-Advertising&id=3169779 Security vulnerability is the bug appearing during the concrete function of the hardware, software and Agreement, or in the system security policy, which enable the attackers to unauthorized access or damage the system. Let's take some examples, such as the logic errors existing in Intel Pentium chip, the programming errors in the earlier version of Sendmail, the weaknesses in the authentication way of NFS Agreement, the problem of Unix system administrator setting anonymous FTP service without correct configuration, etc. All these errors or problems are likely taken advantage by attackers and threaten the system security, so that they can be considered as system security vulnerability. Tue, 03 Nov 2009 08:12:50 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-is-Security-Vulnerability?&id=3174449 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-is-Security-Vulnerability?&id=3174449 Play safe by paying attention to your revealed personal information in social network websites. Being discreet by taking time to understand the privacy policy of these websites is also a must. Mon, 02 Nov 2009 18:00:27 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Issues-of-Revealing-Personal-Information-in-Social-Network-Websites&id=3186774 http://ezinearticles.com/?Issues-of-Revealing-Personal-Information-in-Social-Network-Websites&id=3186774 Top Secret - How to audit a database from hacker access? Great New Feature of Oracle 11g database for security and auditing. 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