Security - February 2007

i took computer programing in middle school. nothing major just little stuff. having said that, i know that it takes a fair amount of script, and therfore a fair amount of time to make a small program.i'm not sure exactly how viruses are made, but i'm pretty sure it takes a long time and a lot of typing, and i'm just wondering what kind of geek has that much time on their hands? and... do you think the protection services, like norton are in on it so thay can keep selling their product? just like to hear what you think.

2007-02-28 13:44:02 · 5 answers · asked by chris j 7

which is the best anti-spyware program that is downloadable and free?

2007-02-28 13:32:03 · 11 answers · asked by tmlfan 4

I was just wondering..because i went to it

2007-02-28 13:19:25 · 3 answers · asked by soulmaste777 2

I really need some advice and info about this because I'm looking for one that can get spyware and viruses off my laptop.

2007-02-28 13:01:40 · 9 answers · asked by Amanda 3

2007-02-28 12:33:23 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-02-28 12:31:27 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-02-28 12:03:30 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

I mean I just delete out the emails....click off the popups(and wouldn't even think of buying from someone who advertises by attacking) so how are these guys making any money?
Who is falling for all this junk? I realize they put out zillions and hope to get a few buy geez...who are these few?

2007-02-28 11:58:18 · 4 answers · asked by Whizitt 1

2007-02-28 11:57:56 · 4 answers · asked by WarriorOfLight 1

File infected - isadd.dll
In Folder - Video Access ActiveX Object
Virus - TROJ ZLOB.BVP

PC - Cillan can't quarantine the file, i don't know who installed the folder there, when i try to delete it it says that it is being used by person or other program ... i don't know what other program could be using it, please help i need to delete this

2007-02-28 11:47:31 · 6 answers · asked by phantasmagoriajewellery 2

I have VirusScan for McAfee Security center, and when I try to scan it says some components are missing. So I did the McAfee Live Technician, and it said that I have missing files not only for VirusScan, but for my firewall, etc. But the problem is, McAfee Security Center came with my PC, so I don't know how I can reinstall it. HELP!

2007-02-28 11:43:58 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous

I've limited my son to certain times he can be online on my computer but he uses one of his friends e-mail adresses.How Can i stop him doing so

2007-02-28 11:27:04 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have a network at home which connects to the net through a wireless modem, the main computer is hard wired to the modem.
Do I need to use a firewall or does the modem provide me with protection from all the nasties out there.
My windows firewall is turned off.

2007-02-28 10:17:05 · 4 answers · asked by Unregistered user 2

I know there are lots of ways, but which is the easiest? I would prefer not to have to download anything? (Add/Remove Programs does NOT work)

2007-02-28 09:47:36 · 2 answers · asked by Sharon 4

2007-02-28 09:44:14 · 1 answers · asked by kwame a 1

2007-02-28 09:28:05 · 3 answers · asked by daphne d 1

2007-02-28 09:22:16 · 6 answers · asked by katie w 1

They don't use real e-mail addresses but I get the same e-mail from several addresses. I have them all go thru Norton anti spam but I would luv to seek revenge

2007-02-28 08:58:46 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have a blincking system alert icon (?) on my desktop toolbar saying system detected many of the spyware applications and they are slowing the performence of your pc; and when I click on it it opens spydawn web page. I don't know if it's related or not, NoAnd I also have this warning yellow triangle that comes from time to time saying my PC is all screwed up..bla..bla..bla... Torjan virus, Tarzan..spider man and all the lord of the rings are trying to hack your pc....this is theatening your system and it's slowing down bla bla The thing is I did a full run of my norton 2007 nothing suspecious. Nothing, nada, rien...Please help your brother :-)

2007-02-28 08:45:21 · 1 answers · asked by Sailor 2

2007-02-28 08:37:11 · 4 answers · asked by The Dave 2

2007-02-28 08:16:05 · 1 answers · asked by Karmayogi 1

It was recommended to me on another YA post.

2007-02-28 08:15:23 · 5 answers · asked by d g 2

2007-02-28 07:58:48 · 5 answers · asked by monkos2006uk 1

What sort of proof is available for this? Wikipedia says it is stored on the actual chip, but cites no sources.

This may be mainly a UK question, although I imagine many countries use the 'chip and PIN' format. I am not refering to the magnetic strip on cards.

2007-02-28 07:36:40 · 3 answers · asked by Nick M 1

How can I delete the history on my computer? I mean really delete it so even a computer genius can't see it?

2007-02-28 07:27:08 · 8 answers · asked by hwilliams0331 1

I don't trust alot of them. AOL is the one I trust the least. I don't really give a **** if they are looking at my files or whatever. I just don't like it when people do it without your permission. These companies have no right to your personal info. And those who do so should be hit with criminal charges accordingly. If I remember right: AOL has already been busted for this once. I mean if you want to look at file systems why not ask first? You would be very suprised about what people would say!

2007-02-28 07:06:57 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-02-28 07:06:52 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-02-28 07:00:46 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-02-28 06:52:10 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous

I think it's possible that I have picked up a Trojan Horse opening a web address today. I did the scan with my AVG antivirus ware and everything seemed to be taken care of except now I keep getting a system alert (yellow sign) telling me I need to download additional virus protection and offers me a couple of choices. My question: Is this a legitimate alert? Is it possible that AVG didn't take care of the Trojan? If it did and these alerts are bogus, how then do I get rid of the alerts?

Thank you

2007-02-28 06:35:16 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous