Archive for July, 2008:
filed in Security on Jul.30, 2008
Before proceeding to read this article, it is important that we state something up front. It is essential for the reader to understand and appreciate that there is no such thing as a secure operating system or web browser. While the use of security suites and other complementing products can [...]
filed in Business on Jul.30, 2008
For some metalworking processes, metal parts benefit from being spun on lathe tools or other machines, either to assist with finishing or with structural formation. Spinning metal can help maintain the integrity of parts or strengthen their internal structures. Metal spinning can also be a cost-effective way to machine parts with the simplicity of motion [...]
filed in Security on Jul.27, 2008
Protecting your computer from a virus is getting harder and harder each day. While it may border on the paranoid, it goes without saying that you can t leave your guard down for one second. Even corporate giant Microsoft has found its own systems compromised on more than one occasion.
Remember the [...]
filed in Business on Jul.26, 2008
Construction machinery performs multi various tasks mostly using hydraulic power. Some of the recent innovations in the construction machinery industry carry fully computerized hydraulic control systems, energy-saving measures and features needed for comfortable and efficient operation. With the current focus on environment, most of the construction machinery is geared to perform with less noise, less [...]
filed in Security on Jul.24, 2008
The top commander of the department of Defense network operations just ordered a crackdown on security. According to a recent article by NetworkWorld on January 16,2006, Lt. General Charles Croom is quoted as saying, The attacks are coming from everywhere and they re getting better. [...]
filed in Security on Jul.20, 2008
Spyware and Adware are not only an ever increasing nuisance for computer users everywhere, but also a booming industry. According to Webroot Software, Inc., the distribution of online advertisements through spyware and adware has become a $2 billion industry.
The aggressive advertising and spying tactics demonstrated by some of these programs, require an equally [...]
filed in Security on Jul.17, 2008
Every day new computer viruses are created to annoy us and to wreck havoc on our computer systems. Below are ten viruses currently cited as being the most prevalent in terms of being seen the most or in their ability to potentially cause damage. New viruses are created daily. This is by [...]
filed in Security on Jul.14, 2008
I recently hit, by mistake, what I thought was an Explorer upgrade option. It turned out to be a pop-up appearing legitimate but really was not. It uploaded a product called Intelligent Explorer on my machine. What a nightmare!
I did some research on the web and found messages like this one from a [...]
filed in Security on Jul.10, 2008
What does encryption do for me?
Encryption and cryptographic software has been used in many different ways to make systems more secure. This article discusses only a few ways that such software can make your system more secure, including:
1) Encrypting your email
2) Encrypting your files
To programs are mentioned that will help encrypt information. There are [...]
filed in Security on Jul.06, 2008
There is a lot going on in the information security space. 2006 looks to be an interesting year in these regards. Below are some things to watch for in 2006, some of them are good and, unfortunately, some aren t.
First the good news:
- We are getting a lot more serious about our security. [...]