Understanding Ransomware: A Growing Threat Ransomware attacks have become one of the most pressing cyber threats for individuals and businesses alike. These malicious programs encrypt your files and demand payment to restore access, often leaving victims scrambling for solutions. The article highlights the different types of ransomware, from scareware to sophisticated encryption-based variants, and […]
PC Runs Security Tips
PC Runs security tips can help you with being a wise computer user by offering you a select few posts about DIY computing so that you can keep a smooth & safe running computer environment and therefore a smoother running life!
Beware of fake Flash and Video Player update scams
The Rise of Fake Adobe Flash Scams As cybercriminals become increasingly sophisticated, fake Adobe Flash updates have emerged as one of the most deceptive tactics used to exploit unsuspecting users. These scams often trick people into downloading malware or giving away sensitive information by masquerading as legitimate software updates. The article emphasizes that these […]
What is a CDN? (Content Delivery Network)
A Content Delivery Network is for people with websites Content Delivery Networks include Cloud Flare, Incapsula, and Akamai. People won’t be able to directly interact with your website server and it can improve your computer performance. A CDN will hold a cache copy and can distribute your website information to many by keeping your […]
How can you SECURELY erase a Hard Drive?
Protecting Your Data: Understanding the Risks Before disposing of, selling, or gifting a computer, it’s crucial to ensure your data is permanently erased. Deleting files or even reformatting the hard drive doesn’t actually remove the data—it only marks the space as available for reuse. Tools can still recover these files unless the data is […]
10 Important Changes You Must Know to Use Windows 10
Do you know about the changes that have come since the upgrade to windows 10? There are actually ten very important changes you must know to use windows 10. Keep in mind the start menu is back, universal windows apps now run in windows and while tablet mode is available it is optional. To […]
Best Ways to Protect Against Computer Viruses
Some ways to lessen the risk of a virus is to make sure you use your user accounts not administrator accounts for daily activities. Make sure you use the highest user account control settings. Use antivirus with web protection. Java should be updated daily and allow automatic updates that you can confirm installation. As […]
TeamViewer Hacked, Uninstall NOW! Bank Accounts Drained!
The popular application TeamViewer has been compromised. Hackers have found an exploit that allows them to gain access remotely to your computer and log into your banking and paypal accounts to withdraw money. Tune in to the video to learn more. Key Takeaways: Hackers have been remotely accessing the computers of users who have […]
Windows EMET: How it Can Protect Your Computer
With the Windows EMET (Enhanced Mitigation Experience Toolkit) program you can protect your computer from “exploits” in addition to other anti-virus software, especially if your computer has older versions of programs that are vulnerable to these exploits. The program handles and mitigates malicious exploits that can exist in common and essential programs and files […]
2015 Forecast: increased computer virus activity. Are you prepared?
In 2015 we should expect to see more computer viruses attacking our computers in various ways. To prevent computer viruses from attacking your computer, Mike says you should install HitmanPro. Alert with Cryptoguard because it lacks the weaknesses of other security programs. If you need help installing it bring it to Mike’s computer repair […]
Windows 10 Anniversary Update: Major Changes
Windows 10 is updating including improvements in security using Windows Defender. Windows Hello will allow you to login to websites with your face being recognized. Business Networks protection separating business and personal information will be happening. Windows Ink will allow you to use handwriting to interact with apps including Microsoft Office. Some scheduling updates […]
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