What To Do If You Think Your Computer Has Been Hacked Into
Have you ever had your computer hacked, or wondered if some off mouse movement was down to an online intruder? The threat remains a potent one, but with adequate security software installed on your computer you should find that your data remains intact and private.
9 Fun Shooting Games Not Blocked by Most School Firewalls [MUO Gaming]
Let's face it, shooting games are really fun. Kids love them! I wouldn't say that kids like them so much necessarily because of the violence. I think it's more about the whole "tag-you're-it" mentality. From when kids are very small, they start playing tag. Once kids get into playing online games, "tag-you're-it" turns into "bang-you're-dead". Morbid, I know, but still...follow along with my logic here.
Block Inappropriate Websites With OpenDNS's FamilyShield Service
I think it’s safe to say that for as long as the Internet has been around, there have always been inappropriate websites - and I’m not just talking about adult entertainment! Think of all the nasty websites out there that are just waiting to make your life miserable - phishing sites, malware and spyware, prank sites, screamer Flash videos, etc. OpenDNS first launched back in 2005 as a free way to filter web content.
Windows 7 Firewall: How It Compares Against Other Firewalls
Windows 7 contains an unobtrusive, easy-to-use firewall that protects your computer from inbound traffic. If you're looking for more advanced options, such as the ability to control outbound traffic or view the applications using your Internet connection, you'll want a third-party firewall instead.
How To See If Any Website Is Blocked In China
BlockedInChina.net, is a tool that checks whether a given website is accessible in China or not. With results from 5 different locations in China, this tool gives anyone in the world a fascinating look into how censorship works. Wondering about things like this is really the fun behind BlockedInChina. Let's explore some more.
How To Quickly Check If Your Site Is Visible Behind The Great Firewall Of China
The Great Firewall of China, officially known as the Golden Shield project, uses a variety of methods to block foreign websites that the Chinese government doesn’t like. The Chinese government doesn’t publish a list of blocked sites, so it’s not easy for foreigners to tell if their website is visible in China or not. However, there are several web-based tools that can quickly check for you.
Avast! Introduces Free Mobile Security App For Android 2.1+ [News]
There are plenty of free mobile security apps available for Android. The market seems to be filled to the brim with them. Yet it’s hard to say if they’re trustworthy because often they’re developed by companies that don’t have a reputation. Fortunately, there’s now one more trustworthy free mobile security app on the market. It comes from Avast!
How To Block Only Facebook Games & Apps On Your Network
Interacting with users and customers on Facebook is almost a requirement for any business that wants to maintain a competitive advantage. What this means is that many companies are no longer blocking their employees from using Facebook during the workday. For the most part, employees aren't really abusing the privilege. At the same time, there is a subsection of employees that do abuse the privilege.
3 Things You Should Know About Your Windows 7 Firewall
The Windows 7 Firewall is software that controls your network traffic. Its default behavior is to allow outbound traffic and deny inbound traffic. Most programs that require a change from the default settings however, can add custom rules to the Windows 7 Firewall, requiring only minimal user input. This makes the Windows 7 Firewall a very convenient tool.
How To Block Websites On Your PC Without Using Software [Windows]
Any website you visit potentially tracks your browsing habits, loads annoying ads, or distributes malicious software. Most of the time, common sense and standard malware protection software can help you steer clear of the worst sites. If you would like to add an additional layer of security, however, and block known offenders, you should look into the possibilities the Windows Hosts file has to offer.
How To Enable the Firewall In Mac OS X Snow Leopard
Since we rarely hear about security problems with Apple hardware, we Mac users often ignore some of Apple's basic security applications and features such as the Firewall. It’s easy to set up, but there are a few considerations you should know about.
How to Turn an Old Router Into a Wireless Bridge
Not sure what to do with your old router? Try turning it into a wireless bridge! The process is surprisingly straightforward.