Category Archives: Software Safety

Why IE8′s ‘ClickJacking’ Solution Won’t Help Most Users | Epicenter from Wired.com

Posted on January 31, 2009 by

A few months ago I mentioned “Clickjacking” as a new threat.  This article gives a much better description of the mechanics of what’s really happening to make this such a threat. Source: Why IE8′s ‘ClickJacking’ Solution Won’t Help Most Users … Continue reading →

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The software awards scam « Successful Software

Posted on December 27, 2008 by

Another oldie but goodie… Software awards.  Please, take the time to research what an award means before you go into a download frenzy over “highly recommended” software.  The awards that carry any weight whatsoever will have solid standards by which … Continue reading →

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Gizmo’s – How to Make Vista Run Faster | Gizmo’s Tech Support Alert

Posted on December 27, 2008 by

I’ve had a lot of questions about Vista over the last few months and what I think of it. First and foremost I feel that Vista is a transitionary operating system (somewhat like Windows ME) where new technologies are being … Continue reading →

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All browsers are vulnerable to clickjacking

Posted on October 16, 2008 by

The latest Internet threat cloaks Web links so a wayward click can download malware to your PC without your knowledge.  Read more at Windows Secrets.

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Favorite Applications

Posted on August 15, 2008 by

Many of the best applications are available on the Internet for little or no cost. The following programs are some favorites. Freeware System cleaner – CCleaner Encryption package – GnuPG for Windows File renaming utility – Bulk Rename Utility File … Continue reading →

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