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Anti-Spam Programs — Reader Comments
Reader Bev Lammert has written me about an alternative anti-spam program that she’s picked: Hi, I just read my newsletter of which I love but had to comment on your Anti Spam article. You mentioned MailWasherPopFile & IHateSpam. I haven’t tried any of them but I do use one called Spam Bully and have used [...]
Security Programs for Average Users
In every issue of my weekly online computer tips newsletter, I have my current security software recommendations. In that article, I write about the programs that I choose for antivirus, antispyware/antiadware, firewall and antispam. I also include a paragraph in the article on using a cable / DSL router. But, I guess I haven’t had [...]
Windows Security Updates Fix Vista Issue, too
AP has a good article about yesterday’s “Patch Tuesday” updates from Microsoft. Microsoft releases almost all updates on one day each month — the 2nd Tuesday of the month. This time, there were 6 crifical updates, including one for the “malicious software engine” that powers Windows Defender, including on Vista. What kind of problem? The [...]
CounterSpy, iHateSpam and Sunbelt Kerio Personal Firewall coupons
Update 2010 – This blog entry was originally posted in 2006 – folks, blogs are posts at specific dates. There was a 2008 – that’s “8″ — post – and, of course, that code has expired now, too.] – original post – Sunbelt has an unadvertised coupon sale that runs until 12 midnight, Eastern Standard [...]
Computer Security Software Recommendations
My Philosophy: Many people want to pick their most economical solution and prefer an all-in-one anti-virus, anti-spyware and firewall solution. In concept, that’s a great idea. In actual practice, this type of package is not likely to be the best in all the protection categories you need. Other people want to pick the best of [...]
Screensaver Does Not Uninstall
Sometimes free screensavers, smilies and other “freebie” programs aren’t the best choice from a security point of view. Some install adware or spyware along with them — not all, but some do. Always do some research with Google and/or check with some of your computer-savvy friends before installing. An easy way to check is a [...]
Fighting Spam
Looking for the XP Repair Pro article? When I rebuilt the site, the URL to that article changed. How prevalent is spam? According to Scott McAdams, OMA Public Affairs and Communications Department (www.oma.org): “Studies show unsolicited or “junk” e-mail, known as spam, accounts for roughly half of all e-mail messages received. Although once regarded as [...]
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