December 26, 2008
- 2007 - Top Ten Antivirus Software Programs Reviewed
Sue Dingerson asked: Protecting your computer from a virus is getting more difficult. Antivirus software is essential to a computer's ability to fend off viruses and other malicious programs. (…)
- Real Antivirus is a Scam!
Carl Atkinson asked: Don’t be fooled–Real Antivirus is a scam. (…)
December 25, 2008
- Vista Antivirus: a Fraud by Any Other Name
Carl Atkinson asked: There is a class of virus out there that is collectively known as fraudware. There is a certain subset of these viruses that can be collectively called “Windows Antivirus.” There are several different names they go by, the latest of which is the Vista Antivirus.As a family of viruses, these are the most deceptive. After realizing the “shortcomings” of such virus programs as SpySheriff, the programmers who develop fraudware decided to try a new angle. The original idea was brilliant despite its intent. Make people think they’re infected, point them to your product, and make them spend money for your so-called “protection.” Someone along the way realized that this idea could be taken further, so that more people could be tricked into this scam. The scheme was simple: Keep the general pathology of SpySheriff and its kin, since it worked so well, but cloak it in Windows imagery. So was born the Windows Antivirus class.Of course, there were further innovations to the design. The original virus was as easy to remove as its predecessors. Refinements were made that eventually led the Windows Security Center itself to be tricked into believing it was a legitimate antivirus program. Also, it was soon able to avoid detection by real antivirus programs. Finally, innovations have been made in how the virus imbeds itself into a computer system.Naturally, in trying to keep ahead of the manufacturers of legitimate antivirus programs, the virus programmers are constantly upgrading their viruses. Not just settling for avoiding detection and imbedding upgrades, they try to stay ahead of the informed user by renaming their “products.”So, how best to keep ahead of these people? For one thing, a great idea is to have an antivirus program that is as relentless in its upgrades as the viruses themselves. Quite often, the problem with antivirus programs is that they don’t upgrade their virus definition vaults fast enough. This leaves a window of exposure where any computer hooked to the net is a potential sitting duck. Another great idea is for a program with this rapid upgrade speed to be able to tell the user if a webpage is unsafe, which is becoming a more frequent occurrence.The last element for protection is knowledge. The most common way for viruses to bypass antivirus protection is if the user downloads them. They could do this by clicking on a hypertext link in an e-mail, on a webpage, or download an attachment from an e-mail. This is never recommended, and sadly, even from people one trusts. E-mail addresses can get hacked, Myspace accounts can get hijacked, and the list goes on. Ultimately, the only safe bet is that if you asked someone for a link, you should copy and paste it in the address box before browsing it. Never click on something unsolicited.Armed with an effective antivirus and this kind of internet savvy, the internet can still be a fun, safe and enjoyable experience. Just keep in mind that even though it’s only a virtual world in cyberspace, the personal threats are no less real.
- Xp Antivirus: Dreadly Security Software Removal
Kelly Wright asked: The year 2008 definitely showed its benevolence for Internet scammers: they found a way to get paid for their illegal activity.And that way includes wild distribution of fake security software via aggressive spamming on forums and blogs.One example of such software is a notoriously known XP antivirus, also called Windows XP antivirus 2008. (…)
December 24, 2008
- A Few Things You Really Ought to Know About Antivirus Xp 2008
Carl Atkinson asked: Ever had something called Antivirus XP 2008 pop up on your computer and tell you it wants to help you out? Sure looks official, doesn't it? I'm afraid it's not! Here are a few things you should know about it.It's not legitimate. (…)
- Finding Your Way Around Antivirus Xp 2008
Dave Page asked: Antivirus XP 2008 Virus“The XP Antivirus 2008 is a deceitful, harmful and widespread counterfeit antispyware that has destroyed many computers on the internet. (…)
December 23, 2008
- What Other Dangers Might Have Come With Antivirus Xp 2008?
Carl Atkinson asked: You may have recently been tricked into downloading a program called Antivirus XP 2008–or else had it download itself for you! Antivirus XP 2008 is a fake anti-virus program–also known as fraudware. Its purpose is to trick people into thinking their computers are infected, and then get them to buy the “upgraded” version of the product.“Okay,” you're saying to yourself. “Now that I know that, all I have to do is not buy it–right?”Well…half-right, at least. You also need to consider what other kinds of nasties you may have downloaded with it. After all, anyone who sends fraudware onto the internet, with the intention of tricking people out of their money, probably won't balk at sending out spyware, rootkits, or other malicious programs.The most obvious danger is that, if you have Antivirus XP 2008 (or XP Antivirus, Vista Antivirus, XP Defender, Antispyware2008, or any of a number of fake anti-spyware/antivirus programs), you might also have spyware on your computer.Some spyware is used for the “harmless” purpose of monitoring a user's web browsing and serving him or her with advertisements based on websites visited. But spyware can also be used for other, less benign reasons: to monitor when the user visits PayPal or a banking site, for example.So one thing you've got to watch out for, when you notice Antivirus XP 2008 on your computer, is spyware that could potentially compromise your finances.Spyware can also be used to steal your personal information, such as your name, address, and the names and social security numbers of your children and other family.Most people have heard of trojan horses (of which Antivirus XP 2008 is one) and spyware. But another danger you might be facing is that of the rootkit. (…)
- You've Got Fraudware! How Antivirus Xp 2008 Will Mess Up Your Computer
Carl Atkinson asked: Antivirus XP 2008 is a fraudulent piece of software that poses as a legitimate anti-virus program. It will give you fake security alerts, then urge you to buy the "upgraded" version to resolve them. It will even mess your computer up in several ways, so that you believe its fake alerts!This program will wreak havoc on your computer in a number of ways. If you've noticed it on your computer but haven't had any problems yet, count yourself lucky. If you've noticed ANY of the problems below, it is absolutely vital you get some 100% guaranteed anti-virus software and remove Antivirus XP 2008 ASAP!Pop-up ads for XP 2009, XP Antivirus Protection, or other supposed anti-virus or anti-spyware programs keep popping up. (…)
March 13, 2008
- The Horrors Of Registry Virus Removal
The Horrors Of Registry Virus Removal
You won’t find anything more terrifying to a skilled virus removal technician than the utterance of registry virus removal. (…)
March 11, 2008
- Details on the Netsky Virus Removal Tool
Details on the Netsky Virus Removal Tool
There are tons of unusual kinds of worms and viruses one being the Netsky. It’s really an abundance among computer worms. (…)
March 9, 2008
- The Rising Essentials for Lsass Virus Removal
The Rising Essentials for Lsass Virus Removal
One of the latest things online today is Lsass virus removal, and it’s the deletion of a virus that goes by the name of the Sasser worm, and it works it’s way into your computer and can do quite a bit of damage to your network connections as well as block yu from particular online sites. (…)
March 7, 2008
- Boot Virus Removal: It Exists
Boot Virus Removal: It Exists
In spite of the name, boot virus removal does not pertain to do with defending aging and molding shoes, or shoes made out of skins. (…)
March 5, 2008
- Anti Virus Programs: Bit Defender
Anti Virus Programs: Bit Defender
There are a number of programs you might want to try if you are shopping for a relatively cheap, impressive and useful Bit Defender anti virus program. (…)
March 3, 2008
- McAfee Products And Services
One should be certain to have the right antivirus program at all times, if they don’t want dangerous viruses and and worms infecting their computer. (…)
February 29, 2008
- The Importance of Anti Virus Reviews
The Importance of Anti Virus Reviews
Mainly because there are quite a few choices to select from, when shopping for antivirus software, it is necessary to be as knowledgeable as possible and find out what the best ones are before making a definite selection. (…)
February 27, 2008
- Ratings on the Year’s Best Anti Virus Software
Ratings on the Year’s Best Anti Virus Software
Its vital that you gain as much information as possible on the most up to date anti virus software ratings before you purchase any programs, by doing so you can find out about the various merchandise they currently have to offer as well as what past users felt about the program. (…)
