Software Tip

Most of us who use computers are afraid of spyware and the problems it causes. So
you learn all about spyware and the ways to protect yourself from it. How will you know whether you have complete knowledge? Well what you can do is to surf the World Wide Web for the latest on spyware and computer security.

You can test your knowledge by taking self-tests and quizzes. Companies like Microsoft are very consumer friendly and make an effort to upload tons of information on computers and software for users in search of knowledge.

According to Microsoft you can test your knowledge by answering the following questions:

1. How will you prevent children from accidentally downloading spyware?

The answer must be: You can prevent children from downloading spyware by giving them a limited user account.

2. What are browser cookies?

Ans: These are created by unethical persons to track your browsing preferences for their own use
to spam your pc with advertisements and marketing ploys
to steal personal information like bank account details
credit card numbers and so on
and to cause harm to your computer and business by stealing data/files.

3. How can you use technology to protect your computer?

Ans: Many giants in computer technology are offering software and hardware to prevent spyware attacks. For example Windows Defender Beta 2 is one option.

4. What is Windows Defender?

Ans: It is an anti-spyware software that can detect spyware and warn you immediately
inform you of possible dangers and new spywares
remove spyware. It protects your PC against pop ups
slow functioning
security threats
and infections.

5. What are common signs that show your computer is infected?

Ans: Signs are unwarranted pop ups
strange PC behavior
change in homepage settings
appearance of new tool bars not installed by you
slowing down of computer
loss of files
crashing of computer
and so on.

6. What are the precautions to be taken?
Ans: Precautions are: install a fire wall
update all software
pay attention to security settings
use anti-spyware programs
use the internet safely.

7. Is a firewall useful?

Ans: Yes
it examines all information and acts as a filter anything even faintly suspicious will not be permitted
it will create a protective cloak and prevent undesirable sources from detecting your computer on the net.

8. How does spyware work and what protects your computer?

Ans: A spyware is a thief it can use information on you
steal files
and place undesirable material on your computer. The pc must be protected by use of firewall
anti-spyware hardware as well as software
and careful browsing as well as downloads.

9. Where can you get protection against spyware?

Ans: There are many choices a few are: Platinum Internet security 2005
Microsoft Beta 2
Webroot Spy Sweeper
Sunbelt Counter Spy
and Spybot.

10. Name three security measures?

Ans: One must not open e-mails with attachments from unknown sources; use a spam guard for all e-mail accounts
and avoid using messengers.


These days knowledge is available at the click of a mouse button so update your knowledge base and keep abreast of new developments.