Archive for 'security'

A road warrior’s guide to locking down your laptop

Mobile computing may be convenient, but it’s also inherently risky. When you drag your laptop to the coffee shop or bring it along on your travels, you’re making all your private data and one of your most expensive possessions a big, fat target for sticky-fingered thieves. And unlike traditional theft targets like jewelry or wallets, [...]

How to secure a family laptop

Though Windows has become more robust over the past few years, the threat of viruses and social engineering tricks remain

Intel hopes McAfee security features will differentiate mobile chips

Intel hopes security features from McAfee will help the company differentiate its mobile chips from its rivals’, according to Intel’s software chief Renee James.

Remove data before selling a PC or laptop

Our Helproom Editor explains to a PC Advisor reader how to clean up a PC before you pass it on or sell it.

Google to Warn Users About Being the Victim of Nation-State Cyber Attacks

If your Google account comes under cyber attack from a nation-state, you can expect to see this warning in your browser: Warning: We believe state-sponsored attackers may be attempting to compromise your account or computer.