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The Most Common Malware and How to Fight It

Posted on May 18, 2024May 5, 2024 by cynmackley
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Malware, short for malicious software, is a type of software designed to harm, disrupt, or take control of your device without your consent. Here's what you need to watch out for and how to fight back.

Posted in Computer Terms, Security HelpTagged ransomware, security, viruses, wormsLeave a comment

Refresh Windows 10

Posted on July 25, 2021July 16, 2021 by cynmackley

Is your PC messed up? Really messed up? Let's check out the nuclear option.

Posted in Cyn's Tech Tips, System Tune-Up Help, Windows 10Tagged reset, reset Windows 10, security, viruses3 Comments

Can these files carry viruses?

Posted on September 8, 2020August 28, 2020 by cynmackley

More on what types of files can carry viruses. What you need to look out for.

Posted in Computer Terms, Cyn's Tech Tips, Quick Tips, Security HelpTagged libre office, malware, Open Office, security, virusesLeave a comment

Vicious new virus hits

Posted on October 2, 2018September 22, 2018 by cynmackley

A vicious new piece of malware attacks your PC on multiple fronts.

Posted in Cyn's Tech Tips, Security Help, UncategorizedTagged malware, ransomware, security, Trend Micro, virobot, viruses1 Comment

Kaspersky promises changes after hacking fallout

Posted on October 25, 2017October 24, 2017 by cynmackley

Kaspersky labs is fighting back against accusations their software was used to steal classified information.

Posted in Computer Terms, Security Help, UncategorizedTagged hacking, kaspersky, malware, Russia, security, virusesLeave a comment

4 Things You Should Know About Mac Malware: Part 2

Posted on March 7, 2017 by cynmackley

Our look at Mac Malware Myths continues.

Posted in Computer Terms, Mac OS, Security HelpTagged antiviruses, apple, mac, Mac myths, malware, safety, security, viruses1 Comment

4 Myths About Mac Malware: Part 1

Posted on March 6, 2017 by cynmackley

How Mac malware myths can put your computer at risk. Learn what you need to know to protect yourself.

Posted in Computer Terms, Mac OS, Security HelpTagged antiviruses, apple, mac, Mac myths, malware, safety, security, viruses1 Comment

Ransomware Warning: This Is How They Trick You

Posted on September 12, 2016 by cynmackley

We've got a prime example of a ransomware trap. See what to look out for.

Posted in E-Mail Help, Quick Tips, Security HelpTagged email, malware, quick tip, ransomware, scams, security, viruses1 Comment

In The News 10-16-15

Posted on October 15, 2015 by cynmackley

A mysterious virus that fights malware, Amazon bans Chromecast and Apple TV, and what really crashed Facebook.

Posted in In The News, UncategorizedTagged amazon, Apple TV, Chromecast, facebook, Fire TV, in the news, security, virusesLeave a comment

Don’t Download & Install Freeware Until You Read This!

Posted on October 14, 2015 by cynmackley

Tips to make sure that free download won't hurt your PC.

Posted in Security Help, Using The InternetTagged downloading freeware, freeware, freeware risks, preventing viruses, viruses3 Comments

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