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Why you should use a VPN to ensure privacy and security when using the internet
Security

The one security feature missing from Windows that you should add

Roland Waddilove

Did you know that Windows is lacking an important security feature? It has a built in firewall that protects against hackers and anti-malware that stops viruses, but it needs something else.

Do you need a VPN and security software for your Windows PC? Here is one that will fit any budget because it is free!
Security

Get a free VPN and antivirus protection for your Windows PC

Roland Waddilove

Panda Dome is a combined VPN and antivirus program that aims to provide basic protection for your Windows PC for those that either can’t afford or are unwilling to pay for full protection.

A VPN can get aorund content blocks, which might be needed after the collapse of net neutrality. Be prepared!
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Net neutrality is dead. Do we all need to use VPNs now?

Roland Waddilove

Net neutrality hit the headlines recently when in the US the FCC approved a plan to abandon it. It could mean end of free speech and the open internet, but could the solution be VPNs?

Malwarebytes 3 is even better - all the malware cleaning power you need and it can replace your regular security software. Get real-time protection
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Malwarebytes 3 - more than a cleanup tool, it now replaces antivirus

Roland Waddilove

Malwarebytes 3 improves on Malwarebytes Anti-Malware and it is now a fully fledged security app that can replace your regular security software. Here’s what you can expect.

Learn the techniques you need to tell the difference between a real and a fake email. Spot phishing messages
Free

Don’t be fooled by these fake PayPal emails, learn to spot phishing

Roland Waddilove

Can you tell the difference between a fake email and a real one from PayPal and other companies? Spotting fake emails is an essential skill that you need to learn to stay safe. Here are […]

Is someone connecting to your Wi-Fi network and stealing the bandwidth? Stop unauthorised people from accessing your network
Free

How to tell if someone is stealing your Wi-Fi and block them

Roland Waddilove

Could someone be using your wireless network without your permission? Are they stealing the bandwidth causing your network to run slowly? Here’s what to do if you suspect foul play!

Whenever you hear of a security breach, you should change your password
Cloud

Reset your Dropbox password with one click and keep out hackers

Roland Waddilove

If you have not heard already (perhaps you just got back from the International Space Station), millions of Dropbox accounts were compromised. Here’s the easiest way to change your password.

Linux

Which apps are accessing your Facebook account?

Roland Waddilove

Facebook and privacy is a constant issue for many people and there always seems to be a way that information leaks out. How are your Facebook details accessed and who can access them? Here is […]

Windows

Don’t update your antivirus, get a new one instead

Roland Waddilove

I am a firm believer that you need the latest antivirus technology to combat the latest viruses and if you do not have the latest software then you might not be fully protected. Upgrade instead […]

Windows

Three top tools to fix your malware infected browser

Roland Waddilove

There are many forms of malware and antivirus and other security software may not be effective against some types. Sometimes standard security software just isn’t good enough and you need special tools. Here are three […]

Windows

Find bad startup items with binary search

Roland Waddilove

A common problem that many Windows users have is with starting the computer. It may take a long time to get to the desktop, such as five minutes or more. The PC might display messages […]

Windows

Uninstall unwanted web browser plugins and toolbars

Roland Waddilove

Download and install software from the internet these days and you are likely to find that your web browser has been hijacked by a toolbar, plug-in or something similar. It can be very irritating and […]

Windows

Remove malware with an emergency kit

Roland Waddilove

There are many security suites to choose from that will keep your Windows computer free of viruses and other malware. However, few are perfect and even the best might let something slip through that infects […]

Misc

Don’t fall for this web scam – here’s how to avoid it

Roland Waddilove

There are lots of scams on the internet and it isn’t difficult to find them. A recent search for Windows 8 tips at Google led me to a website that demanded instant payment from […]

Windows

Make Windows SmartScreen work the way you want it to

Roland Waddilove

There is more malware for Windows computers than for any other operating system or device. That is because it is so popular and there are so many Windows PCs around – it’s a big […]

How-To

Create encrypted containers to keep your files private

Roland Waddilove

How do you protect the files on the computer’s disk drive so that only you can access them? One way is to encrypt them on a file by file basis and there are several utilities […]

Windows

PrivaZer is the only privacy clean up tool you need

Roland Waddilove

I have looked at a lot of privacy and clean-up tools for Windows computers and some of them are pretty good. However, they are all very similar and they usually offer the same features. […]

Windows

Detect and fix security flaws in Windows software

Roland Waddilove

Hardly a day seems to pass by without another security issue hitting the headlines and we have to update Windows or the software on our computers to patch it. With all the software on […]

How-To

Protect your web browser and remove malware

Roland Waddilove

There are many security tools that protect your from malware infections like viruses and Trojans, and Malwarebytes Anti-Malware is a popular choice. Can you name two other security tools from the same company though? One […]

Windows

The best antivirus program you have never heard of

Roland Waddilove

There are many security programs, but most people tend to stick with the ones they know. Popular programs include AVG Antivirus, Avira, Bitdefender, Norton, Kaspersky, and Panda. There are a few dodgy programs that […]

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