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1.  A Hacker in your computer?  Jim Edwards

2.  A Personal Virus Attack!  by the RP Staff
 
3.   Bulletproof your email address
      from Spammers in 10 seconds or less-  Sorry - No Longer Available
 
4.  Keep the work you create Secure.
    Here's how to copyright anything you write and avoid theft of your
    Copyright by Jim Edwards 

5. 'Double Whammy' Virus Attack
   (How many times have you been infected?) 9 points to consider when
   working to maintain your internet security. by the RP Staff.

6. Identity Thieves Find Treasure In Your Trash.
   When disposing of your old computer, make sure you don't give away all
   of your secret personal files ...another great article by Jim Edwards

7. How to add an email address  to your 'WhiteList"  
    so your Internet Service Provider's filters don't delete an email you might
    want to receive. by the RP Staff

8. Spam -- How Much Will it Cost Your Business?  by Shelley Lowery.
    According to a recent study conducted by Ferris Research, a market and
   technology research firm specializing in messaging and collaboration,
    Spam will have cost U.S. businesses over $10 billion in 2003.

9. Is "Spyware" Watching You? by Jim Edwards.
    Generally, Virus detection and removal programs DO NOT find and remove
   SpyWare. So Beware, just as Jim Edwards found out, it's probably already
   in your computer, too.

10. Finding the SPAM Perp.  by Dr. jl scott.
     ISP's provide a way for clients to view the subject and return address
     of email before downloading it. Anything that is unwanted can then be
    deleted right on the server. (also includes How To Report Spammers)

11. Is Your Email Address Blacklisted? by Jim Edwards.
     This problem of non-delivery of email has dramatically affected the way
    businesses use email for about the last year, but it's now about to reach
    epidemic proportions for consumers using email, too.

12.  Cyber Crooks Go "Phishing by Jim Edwards...
     tells how cyber crooks  bait people into giving up sensitive personal data
    such as credit card numbers, social security numbers, bank account
    numbers, dates of birth and more.

13. A Practical (and Easy) 10 Step Guide  "How To Protect Yourself From
      Identity Thieves" reported by Gerald P. Nehra,
      a Michigan attorney who recently had his identity compromised.

14. Spoofed Subject Fields, by Jim Peters
      Has a "Spoofed Subject Field" entrapped you? Are the Subject Fields in
     your emails Real or Fakes? Can you do anything about it? Maybe.

15. Dealing with Thieves on the Internet, by Dr. jl Scott.
      Here's a guide on how to respond to, and cope with the theft of your
     website by Internet thieves, based on a victim's first hand experience.

16. What's the Cost for Removing a Virus? by Richard Rossbauer.
     How much money could it cost you to regain the use of your computer
     after a serious virus infection?

17. Why a Firewall is so important if you use a high speed internet
       connection.  by David Taylor
     Here's a product review that will bring you up to date by a  software
     programmer in Canada who shares his experiences for all of us.

18. Will Microsoft Win the Browser Wars?
       Until recently, software giant Microsoft's Internet Explorer Web browser
      enjoyed a relatively unchallenged position as the most popular Web
      browser in the world. Jim Edwards ponders the potential conflict with the
      newer contenders in this competition.

19. How to Frustrate Password Crackers Mike Delaney
     wrote this article a couple of years ago. With the increasing spread of
     on-line threats to our personal privacy, it's an even more valuable guide
     to help us avoid potential financial loss and Identity Theft.

20. How Not to be a Part of the Problem by Richard Rossbauer.
       By not maintaining a safe and secure computer while surfing the Internet,
      you could become an easy target for Hackers to find and infiltrate your
      machines and use them to attack the computers of your friends, families
      and peers.

21. Online Security while Traveling in the United States and Abroad.
      An interview with world traveler and author Victor K. Pryles addresses how
     he keeps his lap top computer secure and tips on how he maintains his
     personal safety while traveling.

22. Browser Backup, Another way to protect your data from browser
       Hijackers. by Richard Rossbauer
      comments based on a tip from an eBook on 101 Super Tips by Harvey
     Segal.

23. Hardware or Software Firewalls - Which to Use? by Bill Hely,
      the Author explains the difference and suggests which type might be the
     best choice for your  particular situation.

24. Good Spam - Bad Spam. Can you tell the difference? by Sara Hardy
      who approaches this serious subject in a less menacing yet still practical
     and level headed manner.

25. Can You Survive in an Online World? by Jim Edwards.
     With all of the changes during the past few years, and the increased risks
     when using the Internet, you'll need to follow the advice in this article to
       protect your security.

26. Dangers of Chat Rooms and Instant Messages by Richard Rossbauer
       From the first days that my Firewalls-and-virus-protection website went
     online, it contained cautions on the potential dangers lurking in chat rooms.
     Now the threats are even worse.

27. Paranoia, or are Public Computers Dangerous? by Doug Partridge.
      How to protect your privacy when using computer cafes or public
     computers. A strategy for maintaining online security

28. Minimize Risks of File Sharing  by Mindi McDowell.
     File-sharing is a popular way for users to exchange, or "share," files.
     However, using this technology makes you susceptible to risks such as
     infection, attack, or exposure of personal information. (How to minimize the
      dangers from the articles by US-CERT)

29. Where to go after Netscape 8? by Richard Rossbauer. 
     Should unwavering and loyal Netscapers who have stayed with that
     browser thru the many releases change to Netscape 8, or would they be
     better served to use Mozilla Firefox?

30. Anti-Spyware Solutions - Which to use? by Richard Rossbauer.
       Everywhere you turn anymore - TV, radio, newspapers, and magazines -
     there's an advertisement for anti-spyware software -- all claiming to be
     the best of the best. How can a person know which one will really keep
     them safe? (printable article)
   
31. How to Avoid Spam Robots by Jim Edwards.
       Despite the fact that Federal legislation (the CANSPAM act) made it illegal,
      harvesting email addresses from the web using automated robots remains
      alive and well.

32. A few Basic "Being Safe Online Tips" by Guest Author Bea Kunz.
      Opening e-mail and surfing the web is like going to the mall late at night
     alone. Keep Surfing Safe and Fun.

33. Don't get trapped by Rogue Anti-Spyware software by Richard
       Rossbauer. Trying a new anti-spyware program? Avoid being duped or
      robbed by false positives. (printable article)

34.Adware and Spyware Removers, by Bill Hely.
      Current updates  on the 2 or 3 most effective spyware remover programs,
     and where and how to obtain them.

35. Basic Web Surfing Safety and Security Practices by Richard
      Rossbauer. Too many computer users neglect to do basic maintenance of
     their computer which can provide Hackers a clear path to their personal
     information.

36. How to Find the Best Anti-spyware Software by Richard Rossbauer.
      Spyware writers are trying to outsmart all of us Internet users, while the
     software protection writers are hard at work trying to keep up with the
     hundreds of new worms and viruses that the Spyware guys create.
      (printable article)

37. PC Cleanup for Windows XP 
      If your computer is sluggish, if it periodically needs to be rebooted or
     doesn’t boot up as quickly as it used to, it may just need a good Clean Up.
     Redacted by Richard Rossbauer

38. Viruses and Worms: The Problems and Their Solutions, By Soroush
       King. The virus was one of the first ever threats to computer security.
      It brought a whole new fear upon computer users. The author offers some
      historical background and Security Measures.

39. Good Password Tips and Password Management by Richard Rossbauer
       Techniques to manage all of your passwords. Tips on how to create and
      protect your private passwords from online thieves.

40. Avoid Losing Data Files from your Recycle Bin by Richard Rossbauer
       There are many ways you can lose data. Don't let your Recycle Bin be
      one of them. Why the Recycle Bin? Windows might do it without you
      knowing it. Learn how to avoid this.

41. Planning for Disaster Recovery-Protecting Your Data Files by Bill Hely
        A comprehensive review of safeguarding data files both on site and
     off line
 
42. Adware and Spyware - The Problems and their Solutions  By Soroush
       King. 10 years ago you could probably have run without any Internet
      security applications and still have come out after a browse of the
      Internet with a virus and malware free computer

43. Windows XP System Restore can come to the rescue
     when your computer misbehaves. Here are the few basic steps you can
     follow to fix many system problems. by Richard Rossbauer

44. What if Your Hard Drive Crashed? Its just a matter of time before you
     experience a hard drive problem. Are you prepared to loose your data?
     Here's how to build your Data Recovery Action Plan. by Richard Rossbauer

45. Safeguarding Correspondence.
       Do you worry about the security of your email? Author Bill Hely tells us
     how he protects his email and how we can easily protect ours.

46. Practice email Safety - Is your incoming email safe?  Are you sure?
      Could your eMail compromise your Safety? by Richard Rossbauer

47.  Understanding and Avoiding Phishing - by Guest Author Krishna Pai
       who lists many of the Phisher's targets and offers Tips on how to avoid
      being caught in their nets.

48. Choosing Anti-Virus, anti-adware and anti-spyware programs
       by Bill Hely. 
      Implementing a series of smaller, less complex, often free utilities that —
      matched task for task — can usually out-perform the equivalent
      component parts of an integrated suite.

49. Identity Theft using your wireless by Joe Robson.
     Those chalk marks on your sidewalk might be a lot more than just the
      neighborhood children's hop-scotch court. Don't think so? Read this
      eye-opening report.

50. Identity Thieves - Internet Outlaws, by Elise Barker.
      Today's "Wild Web" outlaws aren't gun totin', horse riding marauders —
     these black hat outlaws can be in and out of your life without a trace.

51. The Microsoft Vista Operating System. by Richard Rossbauer.
      Is it the Security Answer for Everyone?

52. Keep Internet Junk Mail and Spam out of your email inbox
       Reclaim your inbox from spam and block junk email- Strategies to slow
     the flow of internet junk mail. by Richard Rossbauer.

53. Is Your Computer Virus Free? by Richard Rossbauer.
     Cyber Crooks don't want you to have a Virus Free computer. Does yours
     harbor these silent Pests? Take these precautions to clean up your
     computer.

54. Social Networking. by Richard Rossbauer
      Are your kids networking safely in the popular Internet Social Communities?

55. How to Choose a Firewall to Reduce Your Internet Security Risks
      from Unprotected Web Surfing. by Richard Rossbauer
      Why a firewall is necessary and how to select the best for your computer

56. Healthy Computing Habits -by Richard Rossbauer
      Poor posture and your work station layout can put your health a risk.
      Get a few basic tips on avoiding discomfort and possible physical damage.

57. How to Keep Email Hoaxes out of your Inbox - by Richard Rossbauer
       Email hoaxes are more than mere annoyances. Many are created and
      circulated for pure mischief and sensationalism, but the most dangerous
      are virus hoaxes that could lead some users to routinely ignore all virus
      warning messages, leaving themselves vulnerable to a genuine virus.

58. How to Use a Whois Search to Verify Websites –
      Have you hesitated and wondered whois behind that website on your
     screen? Does that web page really belong to the company it claims to
     represent? Is it an honest and valid domain? by Richard Rossbauer

59. How to Manage your Internet Cookies - by Richard Rossbauer
      with the wrong Internet cookies, web browsing can turn from fun into
     a real hassle,

60. How to Remove Unwanted Computer Files -
       improve your computer's performance and regain disk space following
      these basic removal guidelines.-by Richard Rossbauer

61. Is yours a Full Time Spyware Blocker? - by Richard Rossbauer
      To keep spyware out of your computer, you need a spyware blocker
      with real time protection  that will detect a threat as soon as it
     attempts to attack your computer and stop it right in its tracks

62. Manage Cookies for Smoother, more Convenient and Safer Surfing -
      Do your favorite websites keep forgetting your name and password?
     Do you forever have to reset your preferences? Here's why -by Richard
      Rossbauer

63. Botnets and the Storm Worm -  
      Major Buildup of Botnets Bodes Serious Trouble - Find out If Your Computer
    is Secure against the Storm - review the steps to button up your defenses?

64. Social Networking on MySpace and Friendster - by Richard Rossbauer
      Are your kids networking safely in the popular Internet Social Communities?

65. Security Measures for Home and Business - Prepare a disaster plan for
     your home and business in order to maintain as much control of things in
     this situation as possible. - by Richard Rossbauer

66. Paper Trails Leading to Loss of Identity - While it isn't heavily emphasized in the news media these days - there is much security lost on a regular basis through the careless handling of paper. - by Richard Rossbauer

67. Selling Your Old Computer? - At some point, your computer will no longer be able to meet your needs. Here' a look at alternatives to selling an old computer and protecting the personal data it has accumulated. - by Richard Rossbauer

68. Playing Kids Games Online - As parents, we have the responsibility to our kids for the things that influence them online. Make sure that you are familiar with the game ratings and the sites that offer online games that are appropriate for the age of your kids - by Richard Rossbauer

69. Personal Security Threats to Young Cell Phone Users - There aren't many teenagers around who don't have their own cell phone in order to keep in touch with friends and family. Technology has improved their cells dramatically providing many advanced mobile features which have increased potential risks in terms of both privacy and security. Parents and teenagers alike need to be aware of these threats.- by Richard Rossbauer

70. Seven Simple Steps to Online Security - Online computer security is critical right from the moment you boot up your brand new computer. Check through this brief Refresher list to confirm that you're up-to-date with your Online Security program - by Richard Rossbauer

71. Protecting Kids from Today's Online Cyber Bandits - The internet has sometimes been compared to the wild, wild west. Part of the reason is because in those early days of the frontier, the law was in place to protect citizens of the land but in many cases, it was hard to enforce and criminals ran free to defy laws without fear of being stopped.  When it comes to protecting our kids who go online, in a lot of ways it is the 'wild west' out there again in cyber space - by Richard Rossbauer

72. 'At Home' Security for Kids - Peer pressure can be a major problem for teenagers. You can help make it easier to handle for them if you let their friends' parents know that you are enforcing strict computer safety rules in your home. - by Richard Rossbauer

73. Parenting Teenagers - What I learned Today from My Teenagers -
Every teenager knows more than their parents and they’ll be the first to instruct you when you’re wrong, embarrassing, or just plain stupid. Peggy Baron lists all of the things she learned from her teenagers in just one day.

74. Computer Killers - what to do when Malware strikes your computer -
As an experienced web master and Internet Marketer, Eric Holmlund had the knowledge and experience that enabled him to take the proper actions to overcome the infestation in his computer. He shares that knowledge here.

75. Data Storage and Backup - Why Online Data Storage and Backup is an Excellent Choice for the Home or Office -Off site storage makes good sense by
Richard Rossbauer

76. SPAM from Hell - Spam is Hell when unscrupulous people take advantage of the free nature of the internet to email their often shady deals and pornographic material to those of us who don't want it. Here's a way to avoid some entrapment by unscrupulous Spammers... by Dennis Gaskill

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