About Antivirus Software

This site is a guide about anti virus software and is produced by About, Inc.

The site includes a virus encyclopaedia with descriptions of some of the more prevalent viruses, including prevention tips and a descriptive list of the more common virus hoaxes. A glossary, links to free antivirus downloads, a listing of antivirus vendors, reading material, and articles giving virus removal help are also available.

http://antivirus.about.com/

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2000 Trainers

This educational site covers Windows, SQL, Cisco, network security, Linux, Visual Basic, ColdFusion, XML, A+ and netware. It includes free online courses, articles, tutorials, practice exams, discussion forums and links to study guides.

There are links to related sites and resources. It is provided by a group of volunteers who work in various areas of the IT industry.

http://www.2000trainers.com/

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Window Managers for X

Window Managers for X is a guide to window managers and desktop environments for the X Window System, and is authored by Matt Chapman.

The site includes basic information about how to install and change window managers, discussion lists, links to information about various window managers and desktop environments, including screenshots, and example configuration files where applicable. Some collections of icons and textures and links to other works by the author such as a beginner's guide to UNIX and an article on the Java 2 user interface are also available.

http://www.xwinman.org/

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Dell Computers

Dell Computer Corp is based in Texas, USA and has divisions around the world. It specialises in computer systems and Internet infrastructure for home, business and public sector use.

The site includes descriptions, photos and specifications of products. Software updates are available to be downloaded from the site. A message forum and online technical support are provided.

http://www.dell.co.uk/

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Linux Magazine

Articles from this magazine for Linux users are provided here along with an archive of back issues since 1999. Access requires registration of details.

New content is added to the archive monthly. The contents of each new issue appear online sixty days after subscribers receive their copies of the magazine. Job openings are also posted on the site.

http://www.linux-mag.com/

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CNET Download.com

This software download site provides access to shareware and free software.

The programs listed are divided into different operating systems including Windows, Mac, Linux, and Palm OS. Users can either browse or search for software. A summary description is provided which includes, user ratings, description of products, links to the producers and information on minimum hardware requirements, limitations to licences, estimation of download time and cost, if any.

http://www.download.com/

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Beware of Scareware

What Is a Rogue Scanner?

Rogue scanners, also known as scareware, are often advertised as a free antivirus download or free online scan. Once on the system, the rogue scanner typically displays false virus alerts, with instructions to buy the "full version" in order to remove the fictional infections. Wasting your hard-earned dollars on a bogus product isn't the only thing you need to worry about. There have been multiple reports from folks who fell for the scam only to end up with credit card charges much higher than expected - and often a series of fraudulent charges continue to appear on their statements. Here's how you're most likely to encounter a rogue scanner, how to prevent scareware, and how to get rid of it.

Rogue scanners go by many different names, including XP Antivirus 2008, XP Antivirus 2009, SpywareSheriff, SpyFalcon, and several dozen others. Rogue scanners, also known as scareware, are often advertised as a free antivirus download or free online scan. Once on the system, the rogue scanner typically displays false virus alerts, with instructions to buy the "full version" in order to remove the fictional infections. Wasting your hard-earned dollars on a bogus product isn't the only thing you need to worry about. There have been multiple reports from folks who fell for the scam only to end up with credit card charges much higher than expected - and often a series of fraudulent charges continue to appear on their statements. Victims typically encounter rogue scanners in one of three ways:
Preventing Rogue Scanners
Keep your legitimate antivirus/antispyware scanner up to date. You can also help mitigate your risk of exposure by reading email in plain text only and avoid clicking links or opening attachments in email received unexpectedly - even if it comes from someone you know. Don't respond to ads from strangers - stick with the good guys. For a free online scan, use one of these top online scanners. Keep your system patched to prevent exploit: use the free Secunia Software Inspector at least monthly to check your system for vulnerabilities that need patching.
How to Spot a Rogue Scanner
A classic symptom of a rogue scanner is getting unexpected virus alerts from a product you don't recall installing. Before you do install a new scanner or other security software, check first to make sure it's not on the rogue scanner list. If you are receiving virus alerts unexpectedly, follow these Six Steps to Tell if a Virus Alert is Legit.
Removing a Rogue Scanner
First and foremost, absolutely do not let the rogue scanner connect to the Internet. Typically, an uninstaller is placed under the Add/Remove Programs option in Control Panel - but the uninstaller seldom works. If your existing antivirus can't remove the rogue scanner, use SmitFraudFix - a free tool that specializes in the removal of this specific type of malware.

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PC Plus magazine

The PC Plus website is the online version of the print magazine, and is published by Future Publishing.

The archive section contains complete issues of past PC Plus magazines in PDF format. News, featured articles, regular columns and product reviews are also provided. The downloads section lists free software that is available on the Internet and the tutorials section covers topics such as Web development, programming, the Internet, and Linux.
http://www.pcplus.co.uk/

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Classical Greek fonts and utilities for the PC

The Classical Greek Fonts and Utilities website offers PC users several free downloadable fonts, keyboard utilities, and macros. At the time of writing, there was a selection of eleven 'WinGreek' fonts, and twelve Unicode fonts to choose from. Some of the fonts require that a particular utility be installed on the user's computer. These are provided at the site. Such utilities are necessary for typing using the font, in order to access all the required breathings and accents. An example of such a utility is 'Son of WinGreek', which may be downloaded from the site. A more recent program, 'Antioch', takes advantage of the Unicode format that is offered by the more up-to-date word processors. This may also be obtained from the site. Most of the utilities are shareware, being free to download on the understanding that satisfied users will contribute a certain amount of money to the developer. The site also offers help in deciding which font to choose, as well as explanations of how the different encoding systems work.
http://www.ucl.ac.uk/GrandLatGreekFonts/

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Focus on PC Support

This site gives technical support for PCs and is produced by About, Inc.

The site includes how-to guides, quizzes, a glossary of technical terms, and a troubleshooting guide. Also available are tutorials, downloads, articles, and links to other resources.
http://pcsupport.about.com/

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technical information about PCs

PC Guide
This site holds technical information about PCs including a section on how to build your own PC adapted from the book authored by Charlie Palmer.

Topics covered include hardware assembly and basic installation and configuration of a dual boot Windows XP and Linux system. Discussion forums are also included.
http://www.pcguide.com/

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