Scareware

It's no secret that some programs have been out for a while and telling you that's something wrong with your computer. When in reality there is nothing wrong. The full blame goes back to the software manufacture.
I try to stay away from companies like this because in the long run you can never trust their integrity. I believe that if there software is good, then it should sell itself and you don't need to give the user false alarms that your computer is infected. You decide?

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Different Types of Virus

There are various types of computer infections in the world that  when you get infected most technician's usually would tell you that you have a virus instead of something else.
In the computer world these are the types of computer infections you can get such as a Malware, a virus, a worm, a trogan, spyware, adware, keylogger, a bot, a botnet, a rootkit and ramsonware.
There all bad news for technicians when they appear on your computer. They not only take control of of how your computer performs but what it does on a regular basis.
Now If I was going to explain to a customer that they had a Rootkit, it could take hours or days to explain to them what a Rootkit does. Not all users are tech savvy to understand computers. So  telling a user they had a virus is more understandable since everyone does get a virus and most user's are aware what a virus is. This is the reason many technician call infections a virus. In the end your computer gets infected the similar way and is inaccessible.
For those user's who really want to know the various types of virus infections in the computer world. Here is the list with a brief explanation on what it does.

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Does Email IP show Location

Does your email IP address shows your location. Yes and know depending on what you mean by your location. The IP address shows from what location your email is coming from. But don't think that this is from the exact location that the email came from. For this you need a little more information and if your not in law enforcement, let just say, it's going to require more.

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She's a Home Wrecker

Here's a website for those individuals who feel betrayed that there loved ones had left them. Whether it's good or bad advice to post people pictures online and criticize them it's up to you. But I guess it's still better off getting it off your chest than just taking revenge into your own hands. You decide?

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Setup Outlook Signature

Having difficulties setting up Outlook Signatures. Here is a guide to help you through the process so that you can easily save time when sending emails.

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Win Update 8.1 Update 1

Looks like Microsoft is planning it's Windows update release by this Spring. I just hope they start getting their act together and give users what they really want. But don't be surprise on the end results. Remember this is Microsoft that were talking about.

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Fix Browser after Malware attack

You just had a malware attack and now that the threat is removed how do you fix all of your browser settings.
Real simple with these great tips.

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50 Great Computer Hacks

Every once in a while I like to tell other's on these great registry hacks. But always remember that when your tweaking the registry your at your own risk.

Here are some great ones:

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Mutlifunctional Docks

Tired of the old Windows task bar? Why now just use a dock the same way Apple and other manufactures are using.
It not only changes the style of getting to your applications. But gives your application placement a new look.

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Live Chat

Want an easier way to interact to customers via your website. Try this premium software called Live Chat and take control of new leads has they happen.

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Dual Monitor Taskbar

Running Multiple Monitors on your computer but now want to be able to view the taskbar on each monitor. The only way your going to be able to view the taskbar on multiple monitors is by a third party software called Dual Monitor Taskbar.
All you do is install the program and presto your done. It's a great solution to everyday problem.

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Free Disk Space After 8.1

Upgrading your computer to Windows 8.1 no problem once the update is installed. Now all you have to do is worry about how to gain back your hard drive space once the operating system is functioning properly.
You'll be surprised on how much space you'll gain once you delete your previous Windows installations.

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PrivaZer

Looking for a new computer cleanup software to protect you on privacy. This software not only promises to protect what your viewing but advises you on items that are still noticeable on your computer.
Take control of your privacy and make sure your identity is secure while online.

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Outbound Firewall

Windows user's worried about Firewalls should read if they are concern on disabling their outbound firewall on their computers. In reality we really don't need it because if your are a cautious user that is watching all the software that you install on your computer. It's pointless to configure an outbound firewall.
Years ago this was a privacy concern, now a days it's a preference because many people know that one way or another your software is going to communicate with it's parent company and send information about it's performance and licensing validation.

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Outlook Express Ends 4/14

If your a current user of Outlook Express please note that in April 2014 Microsoft will cease to support Outlook Express and it will be vulnerable to current attacks.
User's are advised to go online and use Microsoft free Outlook.com service or seek an alternative email service to host your email and safe guard your mail from malware and virus.

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Online PDF Converter

Looking for an easier way to convert PDF's online. This online converter not only converts to PDF but to Excel, Word and Power Point. It's a great way to convert online without installing any additional software onto your computer.

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Win 8 for Free

Looks like Microsoft is trying something new to try to upgrade users who refuse to upgrade after XP. By either offering a stripped version of Windows 8.1 or for a small fee.
No one yet knows how they plan to market their new stripped down version and how they are going to profit from it. But one thing is for sure, no one's buying yet into it.

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Disable Windows 8 Smart Screen

Tired of Windows 8 telling you that the software you download is safe or not safe. All you have to do is disable Smart Screen and take control and Windows the way it use to be in the old days.
Software is meant to be free and when you want to install third party software, it should be your choice on what you want to install without the help of Windows.
Microsoft tries to control everything about users and here's another one of those features they are trying to incorporate into their software to control what you install in their operating system.

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Internet Explorer has long had a feature called SmartScreen, which was first implemented in Internet Explorer 8, and has since been a part of IE9, IE10, Hotmail, and now Windows 8. When you visit a website, or open a file, SmartScreen communicates with Microsoft and checks if that website/file are whitelisted or not.

In both cases, SmartScreen pops up a warning if you try to visit a site or open a file that isn’t confirmed to be safe. As a defense against malware, SmartScreen is actually rather effective — and, really, no other browser or OS offers the same kind of protection. SmartScreen can be a little irritating, though, especially if you regularly download third-party EXEs from the internet.

For a start, when you see your first SmartScreen warning (pictured above), don’t be alarmed. It may look like Windows is completely blocking you from running an app, but in actuality you just have to click “More info” to reveal the “Run anyway” button.

To disable SmartScreen entirely, though, hit the Windows key, type SmartScreen, change to the Settings tab, and then click “Change SmartScreen settings.” From there, click “Change Windows SmartScreen settings” from the left-hand menu, then select the “Don’t do anything” radio button.

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Will XP Work After Support

Windows XP is near it's final days and many users are asking simple questions like if the software will stop working?, will antivirus stop protecting Windows and you name it.
No need to worry when compared to old version of Windows that Microsoft no longer supports. All that you can expect is that you system will no longer do any updates and if you get malware or virus. We'll your on your own. But if you think about it, nothing has changed when it comes to Windows.
Microsoft is still using it's scare tactics to force users to upgrade at our expense. In the long run if you decide to upgrade or not Windows will always be Windows. Which is an unstable unfinished operating system that everyone praises so much with lots of security holes.

Goodbye XP 

April 2014

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Nordstrom Scammers

Identity theft is on the rise and now new scammers are attacking high profile big chain outlets. From the looks of it, it's a fast moving trend and if retail stores are not careful. This will be a nightmare on both sides.

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