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Common Computer Virus Myths That You Shouldn’t Believe

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Computer viruses are a huge problem for Windows users. Every year there are millions of computers that are damaged and destroyed from virus problems. Many are scared about going to certain places online and download anything in fear that it’s a virus. Learn some of the truth behind common virus myths so that you can be more informed. Myth: Something is wrong with the computer. It must be a virus. Many times when there are computer problems, it is a Read More

How to Protect Yourself From Fake Antivirus Programs and Other Scamware/Scareware

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I’m sure you’ve seen the commercials, heard the warnings, and perhaps been tempted to visit sites such as MaxMySpeed and MyCleanPC. The commercials make the website sound very appealing, one click and your computer’s performance is boosted up to 100% as some commercials claim. Did you ever wonder if it might be too good to be true? It is. Some of the best antispyware and antivirus programs (generally speaking anti-malware, malware meaning malicious software) are actually free. Some of the Read More