Computer and Technology: Security/Privacy articles

Spy cameras are used by the police and the military to help protect society from criminals. Some people use them to break the law.... More...

Spyware is a type of malware (MALicious softWARE) that can take over your computer, and install itself without your knowledge or consent. It can also get on your computer either through malicious web sites exploiting security bugs in your web browser to download and install the spyware.... More...

Spyware is a form of Malware (from MALicious softWARE) that can take over your computer, as well as disclosing your personal information to 3rd parties. Spyware is distributed from some web sites, often using tricks to download itself on to people's computers without their knowledge.... More...

There are many spyware detection and removal software packages that are touted as being able to protect your computer from spyware and other malware (MALicious softWARE). Of course, everybody wants their computer protected from malware, but what exactly do these packages do? And how do they work?... More...

Wired and wireless cameras are discussed.... More...

Using Kazaa and other peer-to-peer networking programs can be alluring to the uneducated user.... More...

A common type of CAPTCHA requires that the user type the letters of a distorted image, sometimes with the addition of an obscured sequence of letters or digits that appears on the screen. This usualy ensures that only humans can enter the correct answer, because is difficult ( but not impossible! ) ... More...

This article covers the issues of computer security and psychology. No matter if you are a security architect or a simple computer user remember: people are the weakest link in any computer security system. This article proves it.... More...

The following 12 essential security tools can help you to protect your personal information and data on your computer.... More...

If the company you’re working for is anything like where I used to work, I’m guessing that you are only able to access select websites from your office...... More...

One area that parents and children overlook when on the Internet is the fact that nothing put on the Internet ever leaves.... More...

Caller ID spoofing is a new and great way to protect you and your family privacy against all kinds of phone harassment. The caller ID spoofing service provides you anonymity.... More...

A close friend of mine walked into his minority SMB office, cup of coffee in hand and was blown away by this question no owner wants to hear coming from his sales manager - 'Hey boss, is a keylogger, spyware? Of course the cup of coffee hit the floor as my friends blood pressure hit the roof...... More...

We covered the basics of most current email systems, including how they work and why they are not secure. We then started into the topic of encryption and provided a link to PGP (Pretty Good Privacy), considered by many to be the default standard for email encryption on the Internet...... More...

Worms aren't just for dogs anymore. Find out how to inoculate your computer against these nasty parasites. ... More...

There may be a spy hiding on your computer, and it's not a spy that loves you. Find out how to spot spyware and keep from getting shagged.... More...

Most people who think they know all about spyware, Trojans, viruses, and other malware really don't. Take this quiz to make sure you know who your enemies are.... More...

Could the mass media hype about computer viruses actually make the problem worse?... More...

Spy equipment is easy to purchase and can be used for many reasons. Businesses, both large and small, organizations as well as individuals can obtain information through the use of hidden cameras or even disguise ones identity with special voice recorders that are available.... More...

A story about when purchasing online goes right and still gets you in trouble.... More...