The countdown to the end of Windows XP support expired a few weeks ago. If you hung on to XP despite all advice to the contrary, there’s a good reason to make changing a priority now. Microsoft released a security report on Saturday that explains there is a vulnerability in Internet Explorer, versions 6 through 11, that makes it possible for hackers to gain remote access to your computer if
If you use wi-fi, make sure your password is secure! There is a new virus that moves through wi-fi networks in a manner similar to human viruses spreading among people. The virus, dubbed ‘Chameleon,’ is wreaking havoc on networks with insecure passwords.
Did you get Windows 8 and then realize you have no idea how to navigate? Do you want to have your Start button and other menus back? That’s where Classic Shell comes in. With this little software program, you can have Windows 8 that works more like previous versions of Windows. If you need help getting it set up on your computer, give us a call!
Adobe has release patches for the Zero-day infection. This patches the flaw in Adobe that allows the zero-day infection to cause infection through flash. This is a critical update for Windows, Mac (apple), Linux. You can get the newest version of Adobe Flash Player from Adobe at http://get.adobe.com/flashplayer . Do not trust Flash Player installations or patches from any other source. Microsoft has released an update for Windows 8.0 and
ABC did an article about some of the methods used by scammers to gain access to the computer of an unsuspecting victim. This article tells of some of their methods and how to protect yourself from them. Briefly, it discusses those who call you, claiming to be from a software company (like Microsoft), telling you there is a virus on your computer. What you should know: Software companies do not