Walt Mossberg’s recent article “4G or Not 4G: A Guide to Cut Through All the ‘Fast’ Talk” discusses the current state of mobile device connection speed. Of all the confusing technology terms used in consumer marketing today, perhaps the most opaque is “4G,” used to describe a new, much faster generation of cellular data on… Continue reading 4G Reality
Watch Out for Piggyback Software
The latest issue of Vipre Security News notes: … There you are, casually downloading an update, when you suddenly find that you’ve also downloaded an unwanted toolbar… or worse. It’s called piggybacking and it’s an industry phenomenon that enables other software to “piggyback” on software your download. Yes, you must opt-in to receive the “selected”… Continue reading Watch Out for Piggyback Software
Best Practices for Keeping Home Network Secure
The Government’s Information Assurance Mission at NSA issued “Best Practices for Keeping Your Home Network Secure” in April 2011. The document summarizes recommended practices for home personal computers and networks.
FBI E-Scams and Warnings
The FBI (Federal Bureau of Investigation) maintains a Web page for alerting the public to recent scams and online frauds: http://www.fbi.gov/scams-safety/e-scams
email CC and BCC – what, how, security
VIPRE Security News Vol.1, #5 – August 10, 2011 – Issue #5 discusses what CC and BCC mean and security issues. Sending emails to your friends and associates by BCC does not expose their address to the rest of your list. There are a couple of issues in using BCC to keep in mind …