Optimisation Programs

Thursday, June 17th, 2010 Posted in Info | 1 Comment »

Generally I take a dim view of free performance optimisation programs and suites because I'm yet to see one that can deliver better performance results than if a skilled technician ... Read more..

Phone Scams

Wednesday, June 9th, 2010 Posted in Info | 3 Comments »

Phone Scams I've heard a few reports and have seen details of a malicious  scam very similar to the one described in this QLD Police Media Release doing the rounds in ... Read more..

How to use Malwarebytes’ Anti-Malware (MBAM)

Sunday, October 25th, 2009 Posted in Guides | Comments Off on How to use Malwarebytes’ Anti-Malware (MBAM)

What is Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware? Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware (MBAM) is an easy-to-use tool that scans for malicious software (malware) and removes it.  It's widely recommended and used by PC security gurus around the ... Read more..

How to Use Spybot S&D

Wednesday, June 17th, 2009 Posted in Guides | Comments Off on How to Use Spybot S&D

What is Spybot Search and Destroy? Spybot is a simple anti-spyware tool that both scans for "potentially unwanted programs" (PUP's) and immunises against a range of potential threats.  It's not necessarily ... Read more..

Computer Security Guide

Monday, April 6th, 2009 Posted in Guides | Comments Off on Computer Security Guide

You're probably familiar with words like Adware, Spyware, Trojans, Viruses, Rootkits, Worms and so on...  All forms of Malicious Software (malware).   Each year they get more deceptive, harder to remove ... Read more..

Recommended Security Software

Monday, April 6th, 2009 Posted in Guides | 2 Comments »

A collection of progams that I endorse (in alphabetical order). Notes: Free solutions typically lack some functionality.  The recommended option would be to purchase subscription for an internet security suite. I don't endorse ... Read more..