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Mac OS X doesn’t get PC viruses. And its built-in defenses help keep you safe from other malware without the hassle of constant alerts and sweeps.

Defense against viruses and other malware.

With virtually no effort on your part, Mac OS X offers a multilayered system of defenses against viruses and other malicious applications, or malware. For example, it prevents hackers... Read More

Biggest Facebook Security Threats

Forget those phishing emails that attempt to get your credit card or bank sign-in information. When crooks want to know how to get into your bank account, they post a message on Facebook. These messages appear so innocuous and so appropriate in the Facebook setting that you are likely to not only get... Read More

Is it safe to play online casinos

Probably the most asked online gambling question by players new to the Internet entertainment is whether it is safe to play at the online casinos. Unfortunately, there is no one word answer to this question, it could be safe and it could be quite dangerous. The first thing you should know about gambling online is the best place to find the... Read More

Hardware Tips: Complete PC Preventive Maintenance Guide

By Kirk Steers, PCW Print Jun 23, 2004 1:00 PM

Watch out for these 10 common scams

Whether it’s fake checks, bogus products and services, or identity theft, it seems as if there’s always someone out there trying to make suckers out of us. In the first six months of 2010, scams reported to the fraud center at the National Consumers League cost victims an average of $810.

It’s not always... Read More

Is It Safe To Use Credit Cards Online?

You wouldn't give your credit card info to just any stranger who asked for it, would you? But you do - every time you hand over your plastic to a waitress or store employee. How do you know that person isn't selling your info to some guy in a dark alley? Furthermore, dozens of strangers you never even meet get to see your credit card info as... Read More

How to boost your malware defense and protect your PC

To help secure your computer against malware:

• Build up your computer's defenses

• Do not be tricked into downloading malware

Build up your malware defenses

Install antivirus and antispyware programs from a trusted source

• Never download anything in response to a warning from a program you didn't install or don't recognize that... Read More