A few notable things gleaned from the tutorials:
- Spyware Blaster, a software program which can be downloaded for free, possesses the ability to take a snapshot which captures an image of computer settings at the time of the shot. An enticing feature of Spyware Blaster: its ability to restore a computer system to a previously captured snapshot. The restore feature proves useful in the event of infection by spyware; although, to benefit from this feature one must take preventative measures to capture snapshots.
- Sandboxie, another software program free for download, provides security while using the internet. Websites visited are read but no temporary files are written back to the computer's hard drive increasing security from unwanted malware. The computer operator can run a variety of programs through Sandboxie as well as view the contents trapped by Sandboxie with the option of restoring or deleting.
- Phishing scams often appear official having an institution's logo and information; the customer greeting is one thing to note. Generic greetings should lend suspicion, especially when asked to confirm an account by providing a user name and password.
The process of booting on a public computer from a pen drive could be so helpful. A few years ago I remember checking my e-mail at EMU when I was at my son's high school state diving meet. I used the public computer and spent the rest of the day wondering if the computer had captured my password. Using a pen drive could have helped to relieve my mind.
ReplyDeleteAfter hearing about booting with a pen drive, I agree it does sound helpful; I'll admit I haven't fully wrapped my mind around how that actually works.
ReplyDeleteiPhones and Droids seem to be replacing the need to have a computer for e-mail access!
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