Everyone wants a faster computer, but not everyone can afford to beef up the parts to make it that way. While upgrading the hardware is by far the best way to increase your computer’s speed, there are some things you can do to make it a little quicker without spending a dime or messing with […]
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Certain programs require you to run them with administrative rights so that they can work properly. However, the new user interface in Windows 8 has changed the way that you can perform this task. This article shows the steps required to run a program as an administrator in Windows 8.
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The AutoSandbox is a feature of Avast’s free antivirus software that relates to malicious programs. Any program that is thought by Avast to be malicious will be placed into the AutoSandbox as it tries to start on your machine. Avast will then closely monitor that program and prevent it from doing any damage to your […]
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Running a virus scan on your computer with outdated definitions is essentially as useful as not running a virus scan at all. Virus definitions contain information that allows your computer to identify and remove all of the latest viruses from your computer. If your definitions are out of date the program will miss newer viruses […]
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Windows Firewall is a network security program that comes natively installed on the Windows operating system. Instead of paying hundreds of dollars for a third-party firewall program, you can just turn on the one you already have and accomplish essentially the same thing. This article looks at how to configure the Windows Firewall to properly […]
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Unlike what most people are aware of, mobile phones and drivers are also susceptible to harm by infected files and unwanted programs. Those who know this appreciate the services offered by Anvi Smart defender. Reviews of this application indicate that is the solution for defending computers, drivers and mobile phones against spyware, malware and other […]
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The basic difference between a Trojan and worm is in their functionality. Trojan horse is: An imposter that claims to be something affordable but actually is malicious. The main difference between virus and Trojan horse is that the former can’t replicate itself. Trojan virus comprises of malicious codes that when it is triggered it often […]
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Adware, also known as advertising supported software is a kind of software, which automatically displays, plays or downloads advertisements in machine. The object of the software is to generate a huge amount of revenue for the author. However, nowadays this is being used for ill purposes and the software is being integrated with different spyware […]
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