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The Credit Crunch Allows Online Fraud To Flourish

In these days of economic turmoil, email phishing attacks are on the increase so learn what to look for and how to protect yourself with our quick and easy guide

XP Antivirus 2008 - Don't Get Fooled

Be on your guard! A new and extremely clever malware program has appeared and needs to be stopped - read this article and be safe!

Passwords - Generate The Right Level Of Security Where It Matters!

We all know the importance of passwords but do you understand the different levels of security which can mean that some passwords can be made much easier to remember and use

Is It You, Not Your Computer, That's Asking for A Virus Infection?

A recent survey has amazingly discovered that we often deliberately lay ourselves open to a virus attack. We examine some of the issues and suggest an alternative approach to online security

Security - back up your data to the cloud

Imagine a virus attack, hardware malfunction or theft that results in losing the entire content of your hard disk. It can be one of the worst and most traumatic things that can happen so start now and protect yourself by storing your data in the cloud

How to spot phishing emails and what to do if you get caught

It happens to us all at some time - we get caught! Find out what to do if it happens to you and how to tell if that email you just got is a phishing email or not

The phisher's new hook

Phishers are getting cleverer, hooks are getting sharper but are you able to defend yourself? Get the lowdown on the next threat and be prepared!

What is Peer-to-Peer file sharing and why should you be careful?

You've heard all about Peer-to-Peer file sharing but exactly what is it and, more importantly, what are the risks involved?

Zap Spyware with Spybot Search and Destroy

This is an old program but is it just as effective today as it was when it first appeared? We try it out and give you the results.

Has the internet stopped you getting that job?

You didn't get the job! So, could the internet be to blame?

How much do I know about you?

A frightening look into the world of identity theft and how it affects you

Safe Shopping at Shopsafe

 Where is it safe to shop - a vital site to look at for the UK shopper

So, just what is a rootkit?

Everyone is talking about rootkits but just what are they and why should you be worried?

Your Online Virus Scan

Viruses come in all shapes and sizes so to make sure you are safe learn how to do an online virus scan

Free stuff - is it safe?

When a free lunch on the Internet might not be quite so free!