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Computer Security Not Much Different Than Home Security
            Many people ask me what I do to protect my home computer and keep it running properly. I tell them that many if not most of the precautions I take with my Pc are the same precautions I take with my home. In both cases I have technological barrirs to intrusion and procedural barriers. Both are necessary, but it is important to understand the strengths and weaknesses of each to form an effective security protocol.

In terms of my home technological security measures include having proper door locks and an alarm system. My alarm system includes a heat detector in case a fire breaks out and motion sensors in case an intruder gets in while I am out. It is important to have such technology in place as it does discourage many would be intruders. It is important to know, on the other hand, that an alarm system will not prevent your home from being robbed or burned down. It will merely give you some protection.

The same is true of my PC. For my PC I use a basic antivirus which is free and I use the Firefox browser to surf the internet. These two programs give me adequate protection while surfing the web. They don't, much like my home's alarm system, give me total protection or anything close to that. For total protection the implementation of proper procedures is of key importance.

Without proper procedures in place no technology can help keep your home safe. Locks are useless unless you actually lock them. Alarms need to be set in order to be effective, but procedures don't stop there. Your exterior of your home needs to be well lit. People who come to your door need to be challenged before the door is open. Lights need to be left on at night if no one is going to be home. These are just a few procedures that combined with technological solutions will keep your home as safe as it can be.

Your computer requires you do the same in order to stay healthy. Don't click on things unless you know what they are. Don't install programs unless you know what they are and that they are legitimate. Don't download free movies and music. In short if you are as careful with your home as you are with your home computer it will have a much greater chance of running longer.

 

 

     If you would like a tutorial on how to keep your PC secure or if you need help cleaning a PC up after it has been attacked I can help you. Feel free to call me at 901-830-4362 

 

This is what you are up against part two.

     Every day I get this question: "Why do people put spyware and viruses on computers? Are they just bored?" Bored of not stealing your money is more like it. Here is an article that details a group of teenagers in Britain that stole a lot of money by invading computers just like yours.  

 

    The Kids are not alright

 

     If you think you have been victimized by a phishing scam change all of your account passwords immediately. When you shop online make sure you are dealing with a reputable person.If you think your computer has been compromised I can clean it up for you. 

 

SPAM. Why do people do it? Cold Hard Cash!
     Check out this graphic that explains exactly how people make tons of money by using illegal spamming operations.
spam
Here is a link to the article that explains a bit more about it:

SPAM explanation

If you think you are getting too much spam I can help.

Give me a ring at 830-4362
Smart Phones are being targetted by bad guys
Here is an article detailing how smart phones are able to download malware apps.  Beware.


Smartphones not immune to malware.

Now here is something to cheer you up!
Harpo Marx & Milton Berle 1959 Kraft Music Hall
Harpo Marx & Milton Berle 1959 Kraft Music Hall
Who doesn't like Harpo? And with Uncle Milty, no less.

 

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I can help you get the perfect PC, show you how to use it etc. I can also hook up any Ipods you might want to give this holiday season so that they will be ready Christmas day.

Also, If you need any help with your computer feel free to give me a ring. I can help with virus and spyware issues, networking issues and can even help you get a new Pc that will maximize your budget.

Call me if you have any questions,

901-830-4362
David Bensman
Bensman Home Computer Repair