Choosing Good Passwords
When it comes to your computer, choosing good passwords are the keys to the kingdom—you don't want them falling into the wrong hands. Follow these tips for creating and safeguarding effective passwords, and you'll keep the bad guys guessing. What makes a password obvious to hackers? Often you create a password on the spot, when you may be in a hurry. Go to article/video >
Getting Rid of Spyware
Most of us don't have to worry about encountering 007-style super-spies or shifty-eyed characters in trench coats, but we all need to know about their cyber-versions-spyware. Spyware lurks around every corner of the Web, waiting for a chance to infect your computer. Knowing what to look out for is your best counterattack, and we'll show you how. I've heard of spyware, but what is... Go to article/video >
Pick the Right Virus Protection Program
A computer virus can ruin your day or worse. To avoid the hassles that come from getting infected, adding anti-virus software to your computer is a must. Read on to learn about some of the features most commonly available from anti-virus programs. Go to article/video >
Protect Your Computer from Viruses
As everyone who has ever had the flu knows, viruses can be devastating—and computers don't get off any easier than people. Even though a flu virus and a computer virus have obvious differences, there are some similarities: Both you and your computer get viruses from others who are already infected, and prevention can help keep both of you healthy. Go to article/video >
Protect Your Online Privacy
Social networking, blogs, and even e-mail have connected most of us to the rest of the world like never before. Unfortunately, that also means that some things that we later decide we would have liked to have kept private are out there for the whole world to see. By then, it's too late. Go to article/video >
Share Files Between Computers
Share and share alike, we always say. And when it comes to your home network, we're sure you'll agree that being able to share files—documents, pictures, music, and whatever else you store on your computers—between all of the computers in your house is a handy idea. Go to article/video >
Block Pop-Up Windows
Few things online are as annoying as the pop-up window. Even worse, these uninvited guests can sometimes leave behind malicious software. Here's what you can do. Watch video >
Choose a Strong but Memorable Password
Choosing strong passwords is an important part of keeping your information safe online. Learn how to outsmart the hackers. Watch video >
Clean Spyware from Your Computer
Spyware can sneak into your computer undetected and create dangerous vulnerability. These tips will help you keep your online identity safe. Watch video >
Install a Firewall for Security
A firewall acts as a security system, detecting suspicious activity and keeping it from entering. Watch video >
