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Protecting Your Computers on a Wireless Home Network

by Barbara J. Feldman January 7, 2008

Computers that are on a wireless in-home network have different security issues than do computers who are not connected to a wireless network. When you set up a wireless network there are also unique security settings that need to be adjusted. Unfortunately, not all people who install a wireless network have the patience to look [...]

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Why You Need To Know About Internet Firewalls

by Barbara J. Feldman September 25, 2007

Have you ever sent a message to someone over the Internet that you would prefer no one but you and the person you sent it to, to see? Do you do your banking online or have you ever made a purchase from a website? If you have done any of these things even once, then [...]

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Five Reasons You Need To Know About Firewalls

by Barbara J. Feldman September 25, 2007

If you have never heard of a firewall, you are probably unaware of what it does or why you need it. Maybe you have heard of a firewall but simply do not know what it is. A firewall is intended to provide you with a protective barrier to your computer when you are online. A [...]

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Protect Your Computer From Spyware and Malware

by Barbara J. Feldman July 10, 2007

Many people do not know what sort of dangers to look out for when they are in a chat room. The truth of the matter is that there are several hazardous programs that you need to be aware of in order to protect your family’s personal information. Chat rooms can be fun places to visit [...]

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How to Set Up Your Parental Controls Using Vista

by Barbara J. Feldman June 29, 2007

Children nowadays are being exposed to things that their parents never before even experienced. The Internet has evolved so much and so quickly that many times it is hard to keep up. Older generations may have little or no knowledge whatsoever about computers or even that there are ways to protect children from online predators. [...]

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