Avoid computer viruses that spread over mobile devices

Some mobile viruses -- that is, viruses that infect Smartphones, cell phones, and handheld PCs -- spread in the same way as traditional computer viruses, namely when you download programs or files that are already infected.In the case of mobile phones, that might mean downloading photos, video clips, ring tones, cell phone themes, or other programs.Important: Currently, we are not aware of any viruses that can be transferred from your laptop or your desktop to your Windows Mobile-based device.Other mobile viruses can spread like human viruses do...

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Traditional security threats coming soon to mobile device near you

Users have long believed that their mobile devices were free from the threat of Trojans or botnets, but new research from the Georgia Institute of Technology warns that this could soon change. In fact, the first wave of mobile security threats is already here. "We're trying to be forward looking in this report," said Patrick Traynor, assistant professor at Georgia Tech's School of Computer Science and a co-author of the report, entitled "Emerging Cyber Threats Report for 2009." Although the threat is not quite imminent, Traynor said, a proactive...

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Warning over mobile crime clips

Police are urging parents to monitor their teenagers' mobile video phones, following a craze of filming crimes being committed. Merseyside Police said they had found footage including dog fights, loaded guns and speeding cars being passed around by mainly teenage phone users. A senior officer said that police had the power to seize phones and can even trace deleted videos. The recorded incidents are believed to have taken place in Liverpool. ...

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How to Enable the Windows Task Manager?

Windows Task Manager is used to view the status of running applications, active processes, CPU and Page file usage history and active user in windows environment. As a system administrator you can mange the all features of Windows Task Manager, you can end task any running application and set the priority of any running process according to application importance.By default Windows Task Manager Status is enabled, but a user can also disable or enable it manually. But some time a registry hack applies on windows task manager to disable it and your...

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how to run your computer faster

A stitch in time saves nine! Believe it or not, but this adage works brilliantly for your computer too. Not only will keeping your computer clean help you save on maintenance cost, but it will also keep you stress free so that you can focus on your work and nothing else! So, why is cleaning your computer so important? Well, basically because dust and debris collect in your system, causing your computer to heat up, which can eventually lead to hardware failure. Here are a few simple tips that will keep you in the clear. Read...

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Top 10 Most Common Credit Card Mistakes

It can be expensive and dangerous to make mistakes with your credit card. In a world where every buck counts, not making the right choices can hit your wallet hard and put you in problem. By far the greatest mistake people make with their credit cards is creating debt that they just can't afford to pay off. Here are 10 most common credit mistakes to avoid at all costs:1. Using credit card debt management services without having consulted with your credit card company directly:- Credit card debt management services will charge for their services...

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10 tips for safer electronic banking and protecting yourself under the EFT Code

The Electronic Funds Transfer Code (EFT Code) protects consumers who use electronic banking such as ATMs and EFTPOS, or telephone and internet banking, to transfer funds.Here are some important tips to remember about your rights and obligations under the code.1. There are a number of situations where, under the EFT Code, you will get all of your money back if there was an unauthorised transaction on your account. For example: * If a forged, expired or cancelled PIN or card was used; * If there was fraudulent conduct by employees of your account...

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