Saturday, 30 November 2013

How can I protect myself while online?


Computer security



Question

How can I protect myself while online?

 Answer


Verify data is encrypted


When sending confidential information over the Internet such as usernames, passwords, or credit card numbers only send it securely. To verify this look for a small lock (Internet browser security lock) in the bottom right corner of your browser window or next to the address bar (as shown below). If visible, this lock should also be in the locked position and not unlocked.

Internet Explorer 7.0 secure address bar
Internet Explorer 7 secure address bar

We also suggest making sure the URL begins with https as shown above.

While the lock is in the lock position, data is encrypted, which helps anyone from understanding the data if it's intercepted. 
When no lock is visible or in the unlocked position all information is plaintext and if intercepted could be read. If a webpage is not secure, such as an online forum, use a password you wouldn't use with protected sites such as your online banking website.

E-mail is not encrypted

 

Websites should not transmit confidential data over e-mail, such as passwords, credit card information, etc. E-mail is not encrypted and if intercepted by a third-party could be read.

Be aware of phishing scams


Familiarized yourself with phishing scams and techniques, which are used to trick you into divulging your account information. Online banking sites, Paypal, EBay, Amazon, and other popular sites that require logins are popular targets.


Use a safe password

 

Websites that store confidential data, such as an online bank site need to use strong passwords. Also, it is highly recommended that you use a different password for each website that requires a login. If you need help remembering your passwords consider using a password manager.

Use caution when accepting or agreeing to prompts

When prompted to install any program or add-on make sure to read and understand the agreement before clicking on the Ok button. If you do not understand the agreement or feel it is not necessary to install the program cancel or close the window.

Additionally, when installing any program watch for any check box that asks if it's ok to install a third-party program, toolbar, etc. These are never required and often cause more issues than good. Leave these boxes unchecked.

 

Be cautious where you're logging in from

Business


Your place of work can install key loggers or use other methods of monitoring the computer while online. Someone who has access to this information could read these logs and gather usernames and passwords. Also, do not store any passwords in your browser if your computer is shared with other coworkers.

Wireless network

 

When on a wireless network realize that all information being sent to and from your computer can be intercepted and read by someone nearby. Prevent this from happening by only logging into a secure network using WEP or WPA. If this is a home wireless network, make sure it is secure.

Friends house


Be concerned when logging into an account from a friends computer. A computer or network you are not familiar with could intentionally or unintentionally log usernames and passwords. Finally, when logging into any site on a friends computer never save the password information on their browser.

 

Be aware of those around you

While at work, school, library, or anywhere that has people around who could look at the monitor be cautious of anyone shoulder surfing. Someone could watch you type in your password, which would give them access to your account.

If you need everything displayed on the screen to remain private, consider a privacy filter for the display.

Update Internet browser plugins

Often many attackers find security vulnerabilities through browser plugins such as Adobe Flash. Make sure all installed Internet plug-ins are up-to-date.

 

Secure saved passwords

Make sure to store passwords and login information in a secure area. Never write login information on a sticky note or in a text file that is not encrypted.

To save your passwords we recommend using a password manager, which stores all login information and securely encrypts and password protects that information.

When saving password information in a browser, it may be visible by anyone who has access to your Internet browser. For example, without a master password setup in Firefox anyone can see all stored passwords.

 

Use a third-party service to confirm the safety and security of a page

We recommend the free Web of Trust (WOT) tool to verify the safety of all websites on the Internet.


Tuesday, 10 September 2013

How to Remove Autorun Virus from Hard Disk Drives


Steps


Method 1

  1. 1
    Open command prompt. Go to Windows, then Run, and type "cmd" . Press enter.

  2. 2
    Type "cd\" and press enter to get to the root directory of c:\ .

  3. 3
    Type "attrib -h -r -s autorun.inf" and press enter.

  4. 4
    Type "del autorun.inf" and press enter.

  5. 5
    Repeat the same process with other drives, type "d:" and do the same thing. Then next "e:" and restart your computer.

  6. 6
    Restart your computer and it's done. Enjoy the freedom to open hard drives on a double click.


Method 2

  1. 1
    Go to any folder.In that on the top menu go to Tools--> Folder Options, which will be beside File, Edit, View, Favourites.

  2. 2
    A window pops up after you click on folder options.In that window go to View tab and select the option Show hidden files and folders.Now uncheck the option Hide protected Operating system files. Click "OK".

  3. 3
    Now Open your drives (By right click and select Explore. Don't double click!) Delete autorun.inf and MS32DLL.dll.vbs or MS32DLL.dll (use Shift+Delete as it deletes files forever.) in all drives include Handy Drive and Floppy disk.

  4. 4
    Open folder C:\WINDOWS to delete MS32DLL.dll.vbs or MS32DLL.dll (Use Shift+Delete )

  5. 5
    Go to start --> Run --> Regedit and the Registry editor will open

  6. 6
    Now navigate in the left pane as follows: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE --> Software --> Microsoft --> Windows --> Current Version --> Run .Now delete the entry MS32DLL (Use Delete key on keyboard)

  7. 7
    Go to HKEY_CURRENT_USER --> Software --> Microsoft --> Internet Explorer --> Main and delete the entry Window Title “Hacked by Godzilla”

  8. 8
    Now open the group policy editor by typing gpedit.msc in Start --> run and pressing enter.

  9. 9
    Go to User Configuration --> Administrative Templates --> System . Double Click on entry Turn Off Autoplay then Turn Off Autoplay Properties will display.Do as follows:

    • Select Enabled
    • Select All drives
    • Click OK
  10. 10
    Now go to start --> Run and type msconfig there and press Enter.A system configuration utility dialogue will open.

  11. 11
    Go to startup tab in it and uncheck MS32DLL .Now click Ok and when the system configuration utility asks for restart ,click on exit without restart.

  12. 12
    Now go to Tools --> Folder Options on the top menu of some folder again and select the Do not show Hidden files and check Hide operating system files.

  13. 13
    Go to your recyclable bin and empty it to prevent any possibility of MS322DLL.dll.vbs lying there.

  14. 14
    Now restart your PC once and you can now open your hard disk drives by double clicking on them

Saturday, 6 April 2013

How to Use Pen Drive As RAM in windows 7


How to Use Pen Drive As RAM

Now a days many programs take lots memory during operation, which is a nightmare for low RAM systems. So to avoid this make your pen drive/USB of large size as RAM, which will make your system faster. To know how to do this, follow below steps.


 Steps

  1. 1
    Insert your pen-drive. Let your PC read it.(Minimum 2 GB)

     
  2. 2
    Right click on My Computer.

    • Click on Properties from context menu.

  3. 3
    Click on Advanced tab.

  4. 4
    Click on Settings under Performance.

  5. 5
    Click on Advanced tab.

  6. 6
    Click on Change button under Virtual memory.

  7. 7
    Select your USB drive.

  8. 8
    Click on custom size radio button and give the values as follows;

    • Initial Size:1020
    • Maximum size:1020
    • The size depends upon your free memory capacity of your pen drive. So you can change this limit according to your pen drive size.
  9. 9
    Click on Set button, then click on OK.

  10. 10
    Now you have to restart the computer with pen-drive inserted. The speed of your computer will be increased.




  • You must be logged in as Administer to do this task.

 Warnings

  • Do not remove the USB. It'll crash your system.