Hi Everyone, Computer security solutions change as threats and technology changes. This is what I am recommending now as a base for keeping a secure home computer. These recommendations are different from what they were last year and different from what they will be in the future. There are trade-offs for security in cost and […]

Most people have stuff on their computer that they do not want to lose.  You probably have pictures, emails, letters and other documents stored on your computer that are irreplaceable.  If you run a small business from your home you might have crucial business documents on your computer.  If you lost those you could lose […]

Malware is short for “malicious software” and is used as a term that covers many different threats.  Examples of Malware are spyware, trojans, rootkits and viruses. Often Malware will make your computer slow or unusable but it is also possible for your computer to be infected without your knowing it.  It is important to make […]

People ask me how they got the viruses that I just cleaned off their computer. I usually cannot tell them what caused the previous infection but I can suggest how to proceed safely going forward. I point out all the security software that needs to be updated and running on their computer. I also point […]