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So you are getting Pop-Ups. . .

by Brian W on July 15, 2009

You are browsing the internet, checking the scores of the game and you keep getting pop-ups. Annoyed you click close and continue on only to have a repeat offense minutes later. Do not allow this to continue any longer.

There are a few options you have to disable pop-ups. The best is to use your browser’s (Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, etc.) pop-up blocker.

To enable this in Internet Explorer follow these simple steps:
1. Within Internet Explorer click on the ‘Tools’ menu, then ‘Internet Options’
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2. Click on the ‘Privacy’ tab. Now simply check the box that says ‘Turn on Pop-up Blocker’. Click ‘OK’ to exit out.
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To enable this in Mozilla Firefox follow these simple steps:
1. Within Mozilla Firefox click on the ‘Tools’ menu, then ‘Options’
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2. Click on the ‘Content’ tab. Now simply check the box that says ‘Block Pop-Up Windows’. Click ‘OK’ to exit out.
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If you are on a site and you expect a pop-up, but your browser is blocking it there is a simple way to temporarly allow it.
Internet Explorer, refresh the page (Press the F5 Key) and as soon as you do press and hold the ‘ctrl’ key. Pop-ups are allowed while this key is held down.
Firefox, you will see a drop down towards the top of the browser that will offer to unblock temporarly or permanantly for the site.

You are now safe to browse the internet without being annoyed.
*If you still get pop-ups check this blog for articles on spyware or malware!

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What is a computer virus worth to you?

by Brian W on July 8, 2009

We wanted to write to you and explain the dangers of using peer-to-peer programs such as: BitTorrent, Frostwire, Kazaa, Limewire, Bearshare, and other programs of similar nature. There is an inherent security flaw in using these programs. These applications are often used by attackers to transmit malware (malicious software). The files may contain spyware, viruses, Trojan horses, or worms. When you download the files, your computer can become infected. Currently, experts have estimated that over 70% of the programs shared on peer-to-peer networks contain some sort of malware.

We have put many, many hours into cleaning viruses from computers. Recently we had a customer whose son kept going back to one or more of these sites.

We spent more than 9 hours cleaning and re-cleaning his laptop. At current industry rates he could have purchased a new laptop for the price.

Our concern is for a repeat of this infection on your computer. Because of the availability of malicious software we encourage you not to download or use any peer-to-peer programs as this could lead to another infection of your computer.

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