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Upgrading to Windows 7? Choose a Clean Installation

By Tibor Schiemann, President and Managing Partner, TuneUp

Ever since Microsoft launched Windows 7, there’s been a lot of discussion about the best way of installing the new operating system: the clean install or the upgrade option. Short of buying a new computer with Windows 7 pre-installed, the upgrade...  Read More »

The Complete Windows 7 Shortcuts Book

Windows 7 includes a lot of new keyboard shortcuts that are unknown for a new user. This eBook comprises of more than 200 keyboard shortcuts containing almost all the keyboard shortcuts that are available in Windows 7 and its default programs.

Keyboard shortcuts are amalgamation of two or more keys that...  Read More »

Scumware and Scareware Warning and Removal

Many of you have had the experience of having a popup or window open on your computer that tells you that your computer is infected with a substantial quantity of viruses, worms, Trojans, and other forms of spyware. Typically, these warning messages, which may appear to be authentic Windows...  Read More »

Six Ways Crooks Can Get You Online

Criminals are getting smarter and smarter. So, these days, it isn't enough to just run security software on your computer. You need to keep up with the criminals' latest tricks. Here are six threats to your security and tips for protecting yourself.

Flash drives

Flash or thumb drives provide an easy way...  Read More »

Mystery/Secret Shopper Schemes

The IC3 has been alerted to an increase in employment schemes pertaining to mystery/secret shopper positions. Many retail and service corporations hire evaluators to perform secret or random checks on themselves or their competitors, and fraudsters are capitalizing on this employment opportunity.

Victims have reported to the IC3 they were contacted...  Read More »

Haitian Earthquake Relief Fraud Alert

Washington, D.C.— The FBI reminds Internet users who receive appeals to donate money in the aftermath of the earthquake in Haiti to apply a critical eye and do their due diligence before responding to those requests. Past tragedies and natural disasters have prompted individuals with criminal intent to solicit contributions...  Read More »