Saturday, April 24, 2010 1:31:34 AM
free, security, manager, passwords
LastPass Review
I have in the past suggested RoboForm2go as a wonderful password manager and I still stand by it. But another has come to my attention called LastPass which is an online password manager. What I like about it is simple, you don't need to carry your thumb drive with you and your passwords are available from any location & computer as long as you have internet access. It is easy to install and takes only a couple of minutes and signup is free. Once installed you set a master password and now it is the only one you have to remember. It will also sync to any other computer you have it installed on.
Lastpass is also available for most browsers but at the time this blog is being written it isn't for Opera yet. It can do everything Roboform can do and more. It will even complete all the forms needed to buy goods online if you have stored your home address, telephone number and credit-card details in the vault as well. LastPass puts all of your individual passwords behind one master password. When you type in that master password, LastPass can then automatically log you in to any web site you visit with saved login credentials. LastPass syncs passwords over the Internet, so all your saved passwords on your work computer, for example, will always be synced up on your home computer. With Lastpass you can afford to create random, non-guessable passwords and forget about them. You can download Lastpass at:
https://lastpass.com/ Since most of us have several passwords this is a must for our protection while on the net. I highly recommend it.
Saturday, April 4, 2009 1:09:01 AM
drives, free, format, partition manager
With Easeus Partition Master you can resize, move, copy, create, convert, explore, delete and format partitions quickly and safely! The most attractive feature is it can resize/move partition without destroying data. In the past I have tried Partition Magic which worked but was a little hard to navigate and you had to purchase it. Easeus Partition Master is free to home users and is about as simple to use as it can get. It has some new features such as converting File System from FAT to NTFS and explore FAT/NTFS partitions. You can download it from:
http://download.cnet.com/Easeus-Partition-Manager/3000-2248_4-10863346.html
I found it real useful on my laptop which has 1 hard drive split into c & d drives. I use the d drive to save data and I install my programs on c. The trouble is you can fill up the c drive quickly and then you have a d drive with almost nothing on it. I ran Easeus and made my c drive larger and shortened the space on the d drive. If you find the need for a partition manager try this great free program and feel free to leave some feedback.
Sunday, August 17, 2008 1:38:47 AM
portable, security, logins, usb
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If you are like me you visit many sites which require logins & passwords. For security reasons you should not use the same passwords on any sites. If someone gets hold of your password they can login into your bank, myspace and other sites. So the only real solution is to use many different passwords, but how do you remember them all? Try Roboform2go , a free and easy to use solution.With Roboform2go you can create a vault of website username/password/URL combinations (they call them passcards) on a trusted computer, and then carry around this data on a USB drive which you can then use on any computer.It is a useful and easy–to–use password management system that doesn’t require much time to set up or learn. Both computer novices and experts can use this program to manage and protect their passwords. Through the Internet toolbar, you are able to quick link to your favorite websites and automatically sign in at the click of a button. Every time you create a new password and user login on a website, RoboForm2go will prompt to save and store the new information. No matter how many different passwords and usernames you create, they are safely stored and you’ll never forget another password again.
Memorizes your passwords and Logs You In automatically.
Fills long registration and checkout forms with one click.
Encrypts your passwords to achieve complete security.
Generates random passwords that hackers cannot guess.
Fights Phishing by filling passwords only on matching web sites.
Defeats Keyloggers by not using keyboard to type passwords.
Backs up your passwords, Copies them between computers.
Synchronizes passwords between computers using GoodSync.
Searches for keywords in your passwords, notes and Internet.
Portable: RoboForm2Go runs from USB key, no install needed.
PDA-friendly: sync your passwords to Pocket PC and Palm.
Neutral: works with Internet Explorer, AOL/MSN, Firefox.
IE 7 and Vista are now supported.
For a short video on Roboform2go visit:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ozAinYeLW0gHave I mentioned it is free, you have to supply the usb key which most of us already have. Once you use it I am sure you will keep it at your side when surfing the net.
Talk to you soon,
RJ
Thursday, July 17, 2008 3:26:37 AM
search, viewzi, eingine
Tired of surfing the net with the same old looking search engines? Then try Viewzi.com and see the difference. Viewzi is a highly visual and very different way to search the web. Rather than throw millions of results at you in a big list, each search delivers a list of “views” - each containing a different mix of presentation and results.
The idea is that Viewzi offers you multiple views of search data. They’ll launch with 21 views and you have the option of creating your own view. Viewzi isn't going to supplant Google or Yahoo! in the search world; in fact, the service relies heavily on other search engines for information. The way Viewzi really shines is in how it presents that information to the person performing the search.
So, if you are tired of searching the old boring way try Viewzi and feel the difference. You can find Viewzi at:
http://www.viewzi.com/
Monday, February 18, 2008 12:34:51 AM
world, geeks, unite, register
All tech geeks unite at a newly created site called World Geeks Registry. It a cool site with different groups to match your field of knowledge and expertise. You can register and meet others of the same mindset because we are a little different than the average person. Some of the groups are computers, home theaters, security and you can share your knowledge with others in your field or help someone in the newbee group. You can share video and photos and chat with other geeks online. The site is so new you may find you are one of the first to register so hop on now and invite all your geek friends to do the same.
You will find the site at:
http://worldgeeksregistry.ning.com/See you there
RJ
Saturday, November 17, 2007 2:07:35 AM
virus, update, anit-virus, safe
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How often should my anti-virus program update? Most people haven't a clue. Make sure that AntiVirus is continually running and checking your system for viruses, especially if you are downloading files from the Web, checking your email, or installing unfamiliar programs. Also make sure that Anti-Virus is set to check for viruses when you first turn on your computer. Since new viruses appear frequently, it is important to make sure that your anti-virus program remains updated. Because many viruses spread through email, you should employ some common sense to protect yourself from them. Don't open any file attachments you are not expecting, even from people you trust. Auto update features connects to the virus definition database via the Web and updates the types of viruses the program can detect. Regularly updating the virus definitions ensures that your computer will be safe from the latest viruses and worms.
I use Avast Anti-virus which is free and I provide a link in my blog sidebar. With so many virus coming out daily, that's right daily my program updates several times a day. If yours isn't it might not be doing it's job. I also recommend setting a boot scan check each time you turn your computer on.
Virus can cause major problems if not a complete shutdown of your system so make sure yours is a good program.
Talk to you soon,
RJ
Saturday, November 10, 2007 2:12:59 AM
myspace, attack, malware, Hack
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Hacks are out in force attacking Myspace pages. According to Network Security website they state the following:
(Attackers are piggybacking on the fame of R&B recording artist Alicia Keys to spread their malware Relevant Products/Services over the Web. Keys' MySpace page has been infected with malicious software.
Exploit Prevention Labs discovered the attack, one of several targeted MySpace pages. French funk band Greements of Fortune and Glasgow rock band Dykeenies were also targets of the Web-based attack.
"When a visitor visits the infected page, they're first hit by an exploit which installs malware in the background if they're not fully patched against the latest security Relevant Products/Services vulnerabilities, and next they're presented with a fake codec which tells them they need to install a codec to view the video," said Roger Thompson, CTO at Exploit Prevention Labs. "So even if they're patched, they can fall victim to the exploit."
One Hack After Another
Specifically, visitors to these MySpace pages are directed to co8vd.cn/s. This appears to be a Chinese malware site. If the visitors accept the code installation, the site installs malicious software. You can view a video demonstration of the attack on YouTube.
The hack has some interesting characteristics, Thompson explained. "Perhaps most interesting, the bad guys are using a creative hack we haven't seen before: The HTML in the page contains some sort of image map, which basically makes it so you can click on anything over a wide area on the page and your click is directed to the malicious hyperlink," he said. "We tested it and even the ads were affected.")
So be careful where ever you surf - IT CAN HAPPEN TO YOU
Talk to you all soon,
RJ
Sunday, November 4, 2007 11:46:34 PM
virus, trojans, vulnerabilities, spyware
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Most of us have heard the words Spyware, Phishing and Adware and have programs trying to prevent them from infecting our computers. If you have run your programs to remove them once they are on your computer you will see how many your computer has attracted. To give those of you who don't really understand what this can mean read the following from Tech News:
(At best, Spyware consumes resources and slows down your computer. At worst; Spyware is a conduit that downloads Trojans, Keyloggers, and Viruses to your computer without your knowledge.
The term 'Spyware' covers a broad spectrum – from often harmless Adware (advertisements) that report your web usage for advertisement purposes – to Malware (malicious applications) intended to harm your PC for profit or fun.
A recent report from the Department of Computer Science & Engineering at the University of Washington found that in a sample of over 2,500 domains, 4.4% had infected Spyware executables. While many were annoying but relatively harmless, an alarming 13% of Spyware from the study were designed to download Trojans to the infected computer.
Once present, Trojans present risk to not only the users' machine, but to the entire organizational network. Proper removal typically requires quick research on the particular infection to select the appropriate removal process and, in certain instances, may require the computer drives to be formatted, essentially re-building the PC for the user. Spyware Function
Numbers exceed 100% because many Spyware installs have multiple purposes.
Source: Department of Computer Science & Engineering, University of Washington
How does it get there?
Spyware applications are often installed on a user's PC without his/her knowledge by being bundled with freeware or shareware applications. Common culprits are sites that provide 'free' screensavers, wallpaper, and games that are bundled with Spyware. Sometimes these sites even advertise free Spyware removal tools!
Alternatively, applications can be installed without consent through browser vulnerabilities that permit automatic 'drive-by' downloads simply by visiting a site. Often Spyware includes code used to gather and transmit information about a user's online activity/behavior to a third party. This statistical data can be used harmlessly for targeted marketing purposes. However, in an ever growing number of cases, the intent is to report to an external organization particular vulnerabilities that exist on a specific computer - allowing future contact for harm.)
One way you can help prevent some of the attacks is to keep your computer turned off if you are not going to use it for most of the day. If your computer is turned off you can't receive or transmit anything from your computer.
I hope this bit of info is of some help in fighting these attacks.
Talk to you all soon,
RJ
Thursday, November 1, 2007 1:41:19 AM
e-mail, xp, outlook, voice
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If you are a user of Microsoft Outlook there is a program which allows you to send a voice e-mail as an attachment which can be heard by anyone who has a computer with speakers. The progam is MailAmp which can be found at:
http://www.mailamp.com/index.htmMailAmp is a quick installation and it puts MailAmp buttons right into your Outlook toolbar. Just address you new e-mail and click record on the toolbar. The trial version is free and has no expiration but limits your message to 10 seconds which is enough for most of us. When you open a new e-mail message window within Outlook you will see the MailAmp buttons on the toolbar.
Press 'Record' to start the recording and speak into the microphone. The 'Record' button will change into a "Stop' button. Press the 'Stop' button when you are done recording your message.
That's all there is to it. Write the e-mail address of the person to whom you want to send the audio message. The recipients will be able to hear your message as long as they can hear sound on their computer.
Press 'Play' to preview your message. Press 'Delete' in order to erase your message.
In order to listen to a incoming MailAmp message, all the recipient has to do is open the attached audio file.
You can also listen to your incoming MailAmp messages in the Preview Pane of your Outlook window, by pressing the 'Play' button.
Sometimes I just don't want to type and talking comes easy. Give it a try and if 10 seconds isn't enough you can upgrade for a small fee.
If you have used MailAmp feel free to leave a comment so others can make a smart decision about the product.
Talk to you soon,
RJ
Saturday, October 13, 2007 1:00:05 AM
free, files, storage, backup
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We all know how important file backups are but if your saving to another hard drive or burning to a cd and still keeping them in the same building you could be making a big mistake. We think having multiple backup files is all we have to do to be safe but you might be missing the big picture. What if there is a fire and you lose everything? This is where online backup comes in handy. I use Idrive online storage which gives you 2gb free storage, most others only offer paid versions. Ok, 2gb isn't alot but you can upgrade to Idrive Pro for a small fee of $4.95 a month for unlimited storage.
System Requirements
Windows Vista, Windows XP (Service Pack 2), Windows Server 2003, Windows 2000 (Service Pack 3 & above).
Internet Explorer 6.0 and higher
64 MB RAM for 32 bit Edition, 256 MB RAM for 64 bit Edition
10 MB free hard disk space for the installed program. 20 MB or more recommended for local caching
Administrator privileges to install and use the application
Some of the features offered are listed
Remote backup - Hands-free automated and Continuous backup. No complicated scheduling procedures
Continuous Data Protection - Automatic backup of modified files at almost real time (every 10 minutes)
Easy drag n drop restores using Windows Explorer like interface
Fast and efficient backups by compressing data during transmission
Directly add your files / folders from Windows Explorer to your IDrive-E backup set
Enhanced security with 128-bit SSL encryption on transfers, 256-bit AES encryption on storage with a user defined key that is not stored anywhere on IDrive-E servers
Web based view of summary and detailed status of backup logs
IDrive-E Pro users can create and manage multiple user accounts from a single administrative login and a central console
Web based view, search and restore of data backed up into your account
You can find Idrive at:
http://www.idrive.com/index.htmlDon't put yourself at risk and consider an online storage as a way to keep your important files safe.
Talk to you all soon,
RJ
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