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Computer Security - What Exactly Is It?

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 02:11:50 -0800

Although the term 'computer security' is used a lot, the contentof a computer is actually vulnerable to only a few risks unlessthe computer is connected to others on a network. As the use ofcomputer networks especially the Internet has increaseddramatically during the past few years, the term computersecurity is now used to describe issues referring to thenetworked use of computers and their resources. The major technical areas of computer security areconfidentiality, integrity and authenticationavailability. - Confidentiality, also known as secrecy or privacy, means thatthe information you own cannot be accessed by unauthorizedparties. Breaches of confidentiality range from the embarrassingto the disastrous. - Integrity means that your information is protected againstunauthorized changes that are undetectable to authorized users.The integrity of databases and other resources are usuallycompromised through hacking. - Authentication means that an user is who he claim...

Computer Data Backups

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 02:37:30 -0800

If you're like most small business owners, your computer databackups are one of those things that you rarely pay attentionto. Computer data backups are kind of like flossing your teethand eating low-fat, high-fiber foods... everyone knows whatthey're supposed to do... but how many REALLY do these thingsreligiously?!?Unfortunately when it comes to your computer data backupshowever, complacency can be very dangerous. Of course, it'salways a good idea to have a local computer service company thatyou can rely on for advice on selecting and maintaining yourcomputer data backups. But, unless you're prepared to put afull-time PC support person on your company's payroll, it'sreally important that you get some basic understanding of themajor issues with computer data backups.So here's a compilation of some really crucial tips on computerdata backups that I've put together, after nearly years ofhelping small businesses protect their valuable computer datafiles.Test your comp...

Computer Security - What Exactly Is It?

Sun, 07 Mar 2010 00:06:54 -0800

Although the term 'computer security' is used a lot, the contentof a computer is actually vulnerable to only a few risks unlessthe computer is connected to others on a network. As the use ofcomputer networks especially the Internet has increaseddramatically during the past few years, the term computersecurity is now used to describe issues referring to thenetworked use of computers and their resources. The major technical areas of computer security areconfidentiality, integrity and authenticationavailability. -Confidentiality, also known as secrecy or privacy, means thatthe information you own cannot be accessed by unauthorizedparties. Breaches of confidentiality range from the embarrassingto the disastrous. - Integrity means that your information isprotected against unauthorized changes that are undetectable toauthorized users. The integrity of databases and other resourcesare usually compromised through hacking. - Authentication meansthat an user is who he claims t...

Types of computer infections

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 02:13:30 -0800

Computer Infections can be broken up into main categorieswhich are explained in detail below:Viruses Computer Viruses are small pieces of softwarethat attach themselves to real programs. An example would be avirus that attaches itself onto windows explorer. Each time yourun the program windows explorer the virus will also be executedand perform the function that it was meant to perform. This canbe several things such as damaging files on your computer, orerasing them all together. This is also the time in which thevirus will try to spread itself onto other programs and evenother computers!Worms - A worm just like a virus is a small piece ofsoftware. However worms rather then relying on an externalprogram to function, will run themselves over computer networksand security holes to spread. The worm will scan the networkfrom it's host computer until it finds another computer that itcan attach itself to. It will then continue this process toreplicate. Because this type ...

Some Computer Forensics Basics

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:12:41 -0800

- Computer Forensics in a NutshellComputer forensics are examinations of computers made during acriminal investigation. When police look into the files and dataon a computer during an investigation, they are using computerforensics. It is obvious that you would want to look at asuspect's computer if they are involved in a hacking orindustrial espionage case where the computer is being activelyused to commit the crime, but these are not the only sorts ofcases where computer forensics is used. Even if a murder case ora theft where a suspect used a computer could have informationon it that is important to the case. You never know where youmight find the information that you need for a case, and soinvestigators look at everything they can find.- What Computer Forensics Investigators Look AtThere are three basic kinds of data that a computer forensicsinvestigator will look at when examining a computer: saved data,meta data and deleted data. The first thing that a computerf...

Dirty Little Computer Viruses and How To Protect Yourself

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 02:46:58 -0800

Whether you have learned your lesson from a past experiencewith a nasty computer virus or have been pressing your luck bysurfing the web and downloading various files or opening thoseemail messages sent to you by people you don't know without anyreal understanding of just how vulnerable you really are eachtime you log onto your computer, you now have the opportunity todiscover what steps you can take to avoid such an annoying andmany times destructive infestation. Listed below are some of the guidelines you can follow in orderto keep those nasty viruses from making a mess out of yourcomputer and your life. 'Purchase and install a well respected antivirus softwareprogram and be sure to set it up so that it automatically runswhen the computer starts up each time. 'Make sure to keep your antivirus software up to date by eitherusing the automatic update feature that many come with or makeit a habit to manually check at least once or twice a week forupdates on your own. '...

Computer Consulting 101 Hiring Tips (Part 1 of 2)

Sun, 28 Feb 2010 00:12:13 -0800

Does your business need the services of a computer consultingfirm? Before you rush out and hire the first techie orslick-salesperson that knocks on your door, be sure to considerthese favorite Computer Consulting hiring tips for screeningand interviewing local computer consulting firms. In this firstin a two-part series, we'll look the root of the problem, aswell as the four most basic criteria that you'll need to askabout when searching for computer consulting vendors.Computer Consulting Preventative MedicineMany small business owners have a tough time knowing how to dealwith difficult computer consultants. However, if you're able touncover potential problems at the start of your computerconsultantclient relationship, you can avoid many of theseunpleasant issues altogether. Root of the ProblemWhile most entrepreneurs and small business managers knowexactly what to ask when it comes to hiring for internal staffpositions, hiring a computer consulting firm can b...

More Computer Consulting 101 Hiring Tips (Part 2 of 2)

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 19:04:40 -0800

Does your company need to retain the services of a competentcomputer consulting firm, but you have no idea how to reallyevaluate "competence"?In the first part of this two-part series on Computer Consulting hiring tips, we looked at why small businesses find it sodifficult to hire good computer consulting companies, as well asfour basic questions that you must be addressed when searchingfor a new computer consulting vendor. Now in this second andfinal installment of this two part series on Computer Consulting hiring tips, we'll look at how you can evaluate the true,often-confusing expenses of using a computer consulting company,as well as how to more thoroughly review the computer consultingcompany's professional credentials and experience.Reseller, "Pure" Computer Consulting Company, or HybridTechnology ProviderDoes your company resell various technology products, such ashardware and software? Is this a profit center or do you mind ifwe shop for our products els...

Build your first computer from hardware scratches

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 12:03:13 -0800

Wow- if you do it first time and have some asset of time in yourdisposition ' then go ahead and purchase motherboard, yourfavorite processor, memory, video card probably it is better topurchase it external for advanced quality. You will also needcomputer case ' first computer should probably go to the cheapone ' with USB ports from the front side ' the only question 'you might want to replace noisy cheap power supply with dollars one. Processor fan ' nowadays you will see the varietyfor all the tastes ' get the one with adjustable spinning speedto regulate noise if you could not place it into the basementof your house ' I guess you live in apartment or studentdormitory. Let's go to details: 'Ahead of Generation. It is nota secret that when you build your own computer ' you mightoverpay ' in considering to what is available in the stores..However you usually get ahead of technology. For example ' it isstill common when DellCompaqIBM computers use PC standar...

Unleash The Dragon ... Inside Your Computer!

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 07:12:38 -0800

What can you do to avoid computer slow down? ' Part OneLast week I promised you an article about avoiding computerslowdowns. The topic is so close to the hearts of most computer owners thatI want to write about it over two articles instead of one! In this first part I will give you an overview of what to lookout for, while in the second part I will detail how you canimprove the way the various parts of your computer interact togive you a faster, more stable and secure computing experience.Avoiding slowdowns is really all about controlling as many partsor resources of your computer as possible. The most importantstep to knowing how to control your computer is to learn whatreally goes on inside it. There are some very useful articles onhttp:computer.howstuffworks.com. Initially, I would look atgeneral explanations of how PCs, Operating Systems Windows,CPUs, and computer memory work. Written with non-technical users in mind, reading these articlesdoesn't have to tak...

The Newbie's Guide to Personal Computer Maintenance

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 01:55:58 -0800

When you turn on your computer, does it act like it needs acoffee to wake up? When you surf around the Internet, are youbombarded with pop-up windows? Does your computer freeze up orturn off for no apparent reason?Before you decide to throw your monitor out of the nearestwindow, there may be a number of solutions to fix these problemsthat won't require you having a degree in computer technology.There are two primary ways to maintain your computer'sperformance, and the maintenance should be done once a week ormore. First, acquire and use software that will help you cleanand protect your computer, and second, know how to use theprograms already in your computer to keep it's engines runningsmooth.SOFTWAREThe software solutions below will not cost you any money, norwill they take you much of your time to download, understand,and implement: Virus Protection - Avast AntiVirus is an excellent freeprogram to guard yourself against Trojans, Worms, and Hacks. Spyware - AdA...