It is necessary for Linux Mint / Ubuntu users desktop user to secure their desktops by installing a zero configuration firewall like Firestarter and install an Anti-Virus like AVG. For a tutorial on how to install and use Firestarter, go here. Here’s how to install and use AVG Anti-Virus in Linux Mint / Ubuntu: 1. [...]
We all are well aware that no anti-virus software has a 100% detection rate. To ensure that the PC remains free from virus/malware infection, we need to supplement antivirus with a good anti-malware program. Hitman Pro by SurfRight is one such anti-malware. The program not only scans your PC for malware infections but also uses [...]
By: Paul Wilson Money is the very crux of adware and spyware. These pose several problems and are a security risk. Adware is a program that displays advertisements on the computer whether you want them or not. They are not just connected to particular websites or free software but are programmed to start up whenever [...]