Three Reasons Why You Need Anti-Malware Software
Although most of us think that getting hacked won’t happen to us, it does happen. All the time. Sometimes it’s obvious – if you see your friend on Facebook posting odd things, you can give a shout out to her that her account has been compromised. Other times it’s more subtle – resulting in your personal information being stolen (along with your identity).
Justin Bieber Scam on Pinterest
So you are going about your day, working, drinking coffee, Facebooking, drinking more coffee, Pinning (maybe this is just how I spend my days) — and you suddenly see on Pinterest a link that says “OMG I’ve Officially Seen it All! Exclusive J Bieber XX Tape!” Oh my.
Fake Angry Birds Space for Android Devices May Contain Malware
Dear chicas, please do be careful where you are downloading your apps from for your Android devices. Recently there have been reports of fake versions of Angry Birds Space being downloaded with devastating results.
Don’t Buy a New Computer – Optimize the One You Have
If your computer is driving you crazy and you’re tempted to throw it out the window and go get a new one, wait! A few simple steps can get your beloved PC or laptop back to the machine it once was, and regular maintenance will ensure it will continue running efficiently for years.
Beware the Newest Facebook Scam: Free TOMS
There’s another scam circulating on Facebook – this time, it’s something near and dear to my heart: shoes. Not just any shoes either, but those cute TOMS everyone is wearing this Spring. Sigh. Anyway, you may have seen this scam already. It works in the same way some of the other recent gift card scams operate.
How to Spring Clean Your PC in Two Easy Steps
Happy First Day of Spring! Although I live in sunny California, Spring is still an important time. Generally it means the school year is flying by and I’d better hurry and secure my summer camp options for my kids, or they’ll be with me 24/7. All. Summer. Long. It also means it’s time to spring clean! No, not your house silly (but if you want to come by and clean mine, by all means come on over). I’m talking about your PC.
Beware of the Newest Facebook Scams
Do be careful dear chicas while trolling through your Facebook page. People (myself included) tend to trust links sent to us from friends and mindlessly click on items of interest – only to fall prey to the hack of the day.
QR Codes Could Contain Malware
QR codes have been around a while, but suddenly seem to be popping up everywhere. Posters. Magazines. Yesterday I found a sticker on my banana for the new Chipmunk movie – ChipWrecked. With a QR code on it. On my banana.
Scam Alert — Justin Bieber Video on Facebook
Another day, another Facebook scam to be aware of. This time, it’s all about Justin Bieber: “Justin Bieber STABBED By CRAZED Fan Outside NightClub! OMG! NOOOO! Could YOU Even Imagine?!?” Let’s say you’re a bit bored, and decide to go ahead and click on the link to check it out. But there isn’t a video. Instead, you are asked to complete a survey, and given the opportunity to send the …
Online iTunes Gift Cards Scam – Shoppers Beware
While you are doing your Christmas shopping online this season, make sure you are doing it safely. Cyber-thieves don’t take vacations – they are as vigilant as ever trying to get your personal information. One of the newest ways they are attempting this is through fake iTunes cards loaded with malware – coming from a seemingly innocent email.