Bootable antivirus software refers to any type of antivirus program that can be booted from a CD, DVD, or removable hard drive and can detect viruses on a user’s computer without having to startup Windows. Bootable antivirus software can be very important when a virus takes over a computer or prevents regular antivirus software from running. Bootable antivirus software is portable and usually does not need to be installed on the user’s computer. While bootable antivirus software can run outside of Windows and is often used in emergencies, it is Read More

Homepage of your web browser is commonly the webpage that first opens upon launch. It is convenient to set the homepage to a webpage that you frequently use. Many a times, malicious software or creepy websites tend to change your homepage setting within your web browser. You can easily reset it to avoid inconvenience every time you open your web browser. Change Homepage in Internet Explorer Open Internet Explorer. In IE9, click the Gear-shaped icon in the top-right corner. In older versions, click Tools and select Internet Options. Under the Read More

Tabjacking is a form of Internet threat. The tab feature in common Internet web browsers has paved a way for tabjackers to introduce malicious codes into user computers. Specifically, tabjacking refers to hijacking or an incident where a web browser tab falls under the control of an external party and the new tab is brought to a webpage that the external party is supporting or marketing. The controller of the code could also bombard the user with annoying advertising popups, and even worms, trojans and other parasites. The Tabs Feature Read More

Malware is a generic term for bad software. The word malware comes from the words malicious and software. Malware (Malicious Software) is software conceived to gain access to a computer without the end user’s knowledge or permission. Malware in general, pertains to a wide range of malicious software that includes computer viruses, Trojan horses, fraudulent adware, spyware, crimeware and so on. According to certain studies, malware is produced at such a high rate that it may even be more than that of genuine software applications. Prior to the advent of Read More

Cydoor, also known as Cydoor Desktop Media, is an intrusive ad-supported software that may be downloaded in conjunction with freeware or even shareware. Cydoor has been flagged by numerous sources as a potentially malicious spyware program that does not properly seek the user’s permission to access his/her browser or connect to Cydoor servers in order to download additional advertisements and upload user-related statistics. Cydoor is not known to cause any specifically disruptive effects on the user’s computer, but is known to repeatedly display pop-ups and other forms of advertisements. Additionally, Read More

The Windows Steady Work virus is an extremely malicious program that pretends to be a computer optimization software in order to lure users into downloading it. The program uses fake alerts, scans, and scan results to make the user believe that his/her computer is infected with malicious software and tells the user to purchase the full version of the software to remove these threats. When the user does, the software continues to do the same thing, but the program’s creator now has the user’s financial information, which he/she can use Read More

CyberDefender is an example of malicious software that poses as an anti-virus software. CyberDefender runs a fake computer scan, then lists a number of “threats” that are really non-existent files, random files, or files that are essential to the computer’s performance. When the user attempts to remove these threats, CyberDefender asks the user to purchase the software. If the user declines, CyberDefender displays a reminder to purchase the software every 30 seconds. CyberDefender also prevents the user from uninstalling the software through conventional means.   Where CyberDefender Comes from CyberDefender Read More

Yahoo Anti Spyware is a toolbar provided by the popular search engine company, Yahoo. Yahoo Anti Spyware provides users with standard toolbar functions such as a search field as well as localized options like weather and news. What distinguishes the Yahoo Anti Spyware toolbar from other toolbars, however, is its ability to block pop-ups, scan emails for Trojans, and even scan the user’s computer for viruses directly from the toolbar.   Applications The Yahoo Anti Spyware toolbar has been available for several years, but still provides users with security functions Read More

LSASS, or local security authority subsystem service, is a process that functions as part of the Microsoft Windows operating system. Essentially, LSASS is part of the process for maintaining and enforcing the security protocols on the operating system. To this end, LSASS performs several important functions to ensure that the system remains free from unauthorized access and is protected from a wide range of viruses and bugs. What does LSASS Specifically do? Perhaps the most common task that LSASS oversees is the access to a computer or server. LSASS recognizes Read More

There are many registry booster/cleaning programs on the market today. Unfortunately, many of these programs either fail to meet user expectations or are superseded by similar downloadable programs. Uniblue Registry Booster is a third party software application that deletes errors and orphaned entries from the Windows registry on your computer. The application is designed to boost computer performance as well as speed up the computer shut-down and start-up processes. A user may decide to remove Uniblue Registry Booster in order to install a newer software package or just to eliminate Read More