Oct 24, 2006 | security, WinXP
Microsoft has now taken the “beta” label off Windows Defender with the release of a modestly updated build of the program. Changes are minimal – a new color scheme is about the only change you’ll notice.If you’re not running Windows...
Oct 10, 2006 | backup, OneCare, security
Microsoft has given an early look at an upgrade to Windows Live OneCare. It’s in open beta testing but I don’t recommend that you install it yet.For the most part there are only modest changes, but there are two important improvements in the backup system....
Sep 25, 2006 | IE, security
The security community is buzzing about another vulnerability in Internet Explorer, while Microsoft races to get a patch out the door. When somebody discovers a new way to break an Internet browser, the bad guys are now trying to exploit it immediately, the same day...
Aug 28, 2006 | security, software
I’m still occasionally asked why tech support people hate America Online. Here’s part of the answer.StopBadware.org evaluates software to determine if it presents any risks to your computer or your privacy. It is funded by major tech companies –...
Aug 23, 2006 | security, software
The deterioration of Symantec and McAfee products continues. Seems like every week I solve someone’s problem by uninstalling a Norton product. (This week a client’s outgoing e-mail was suddenly blocked, with an incomprehensible error message. After...
Aug 1, 2006 | security, software
Windows Live OneCare continues to be one of the most satisfying products in years – the design is elegant and glitches have been few and far between.For that reason, I don’t expect to spend any time with the competitors this year – they’ve been...
