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Entries for August, 2009

How does Spyware, Malware or Crapware get on your computer?

Malware, spyware, and other junk software makes it onto your computer for a number of reasons:

You installed something you really shouldn’t have, from an untrustworthy source. Often these include screen savers, toolbars, or torrents that you didn’t scan for viruses.

You didn’t pay attention when installing a “reputable” application that bundles “optional” crapware.

You’ve already managed to [...]

Microsoft’s Next Operating System – Windows 7

Windows 7 is supposed to address most of Windows Vista’s shortcomings. From what I’ve seen, it looks like Windows 7 is going to be all the things that Windows Vista was supposed to be. I’ve got it installed on a few different systems now and I’m pleased with what I’m seeing.
1.) Windows 7 [...]