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Microsoft says raid damaged cybercrime operation Published: Tue, May 1, 2012 Microsoft and the banking industry Monday provided a detailed, behind-the-scenes account of an operation they said disrupted a major cybercrime operation that used malicious software to allegedly steal $100 million from consumers over the last five years. Read More
New opportunities arise as computer technology grows Updated: Mon, Apr 2, 2012 In personal and professional life, computer technology impacts even the simplest, everyday tasks. Whether through online bill payment or the seamless integration of global businesses, computer technology offers optimized productivity and the flow of commerce, making it a vital component of success for all... Read More
Hack-proof your passwords Published: Mon, Jan 9, 2012 More than half of U.S. adults have six or more password-protected accounts online, a recent Consumer Reports survey shows. Who can remember all those passwords? You try by keeping them short and sweet: your pet's name and "123." You use the same one for multiple accounts. And you keep them in your wallet for... Read More
Hackers strike at MasterCard to support WikiLeaks Published: Wed, Dec 8, 2010 LONDON (AP) — Hackers rushed to the defense of WikiLeaks on Wednesday, launching attacks on MasterCard, Swedish prosecutors, a Swiss bank and others who have acted against the site and its jailed founder Julian Assange. Internet "hacktivists" operating under the label "Operation Payback" claimed... Read More
US cable: China leaders ordered hacking on Google Published: Sun, Dec 5, 2010 BEIJING (AP) — Contacts told American diplomats that hacking attacks against Google were ordered by China's top ruling body and a senior leader demanded action after finding search results that were critical of him, leaked U.S. government memos show. One memo sent by the U.S. Embassy in Beijing to... Read More
Iran says UN agency sending spies, not inspectors Updated: Sat, Dec 4, 2010 TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Iran's intelligence chief accused the U.N. nuclear watchdog agency of sending spies in the guise of inspectors to gather information about Iran's nuclear activities, state TV reported Saturday. The claim was another sign that Iran has hardened its stance since the assassination a week... Read More
Life made easier Updated: Tue, Mar 23, 2010 Have you ever thought about trying something new but it seemed too complex or intimidating? The “For Dummies” series of books takes these topics and explains them in clear, simple language that makes learning fun and easy. These excerpts from four popular “For Dummies” books show you the kinds of tips... Read More
9 Free Web Sites Worth Their Weight in Gold Updated: Thu, Nov 5, 2009 If you've become suspicious of anything that says it's free, you're a smart consumer. Normally, I would agree that "free" comes with a price, but every now and then, I find a useful Web site that truly is free. Here are a few of my favorites: 1. ASK THE COMPUTER LADY. Got computer-related questions? The Computer... Read More
Prevent identity theft with 12 tips for safe holiday shopping online Updated: Fri, Oct 23, 2009 Approximately 10 million Americans have their identity stolen each year according to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). As more business is conducted online and sensitive data is stored on personal computers, the risk of fraud increases exponentially. The holiday shopping season further increases this risk as... Read More
Danger Online Updated: Thu, Oct 8, 2009 Facebook isn't just a place to hook up with friends from high school. Companies large and small are using it for networking and legitimate business tasks. Unfortunately, it also can be a place to hook your company's network up with some nasty viruses. The latest one, a worm called Koobface, has hit all the... Read More
11 charged in connection with credit card fraud Updated: Wed, Aug 6, 2008 BOSTON (AP) -- Authorities have cracked what is believed to be the largest federal hacking and identity theft case ever, involving the theft and sale of more than 41 million credit and debit card numbers. Eleven people, including a U.S. Secret Service informant, have been charged in connection with data... Read More
New report identifies dangerous Web domains Updated: Wed, Jun 4, 2008 SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) -- When surfing the Internet for safe Web sites, not all domains are equal. Companies that assign addresses for Web sites appear to be cutting corners on security more when they assign names in certain domains than in others, according to a report to be released Wednesday by... Read More
Man Pleads Guilty in E-Mail Spam Case Updated: Thu, May 31, 2007 SEATTLE (AP) -- A man once described as one of the world's top e-mail spammers pleaded guilty Friday to federal charges of mail fraud, wire fraud, and failure to file a tax return. Robert Alan Soloway, 29, was dubbed "the spam king" by prosecutors who said he used networks of compromised computers to... Read More
Some Viruses Come Pre-Installed Updated: Fri, Mar 14, 2008 From iPods to navigation systems, some of today's hottest gadgets are landing on store shelves with some unwanted extras from the factory - pre-installed viruses that steal passwords, open doors for hackers and make computers spew spam. Computer users have been warned for years about virus threats from... Read More
Group Seeks Protection From Web Threats Updated: Thu, Jun 15, 2006 SHANGHAI, China (AP) -- A Russian and Chinese-led bloc of Asian states said Thursday it plans to set up an expert group to boost computer security and help guard against threats to their regimes from the Internet. Suggesting the new group might tackle censorship, the six-nation Shanghai Cooperation... Read More
Taking better photos Updated: Fri, Feb 24, 2006 Outdoor photos: Make it bright! Having brilliant color and dynamic composition is the dream of every amateur photographer. Here are some tips: - Slow down the camera's shutter speed. Most digital cameras have a low-light setting that does this. Also, use the timer. Using a tripod will prevent blurred images... Read More
NewsOK deliveries - bringing you back to your inbox Updated: Fri, Oct 8, 2004 Everybody loves e-mail. The same people hate e-mail. Technology seems to have the same effect on people. Think about how people feel about cell phones. You find it rude to see people talking on a cell phone in a public place. You think it's discourteous for people to talk on the phone while driving. And you think... Read More
Navidad virus carries an early holiday surprise Updated: Wed, Nov 15, 2000 Network Associates's McAfee division has upgraded the threat level of a virus named Navidad from low to medium. McAfee says the virus seems to have increased its rate of infection recently, although the malicious program actually contains a bug that allows you to render it inactive.... Read More
Heater should come out of bedroom closet Updated: Sat, Oct 21, 2000 Q Before listing our home, we did some remodeling work and installed a forced-air furnace in the master bedroom closet. The new heating system operated perfectly and was approved by the home inspector who was hired by the buyers. Recently, however, we read that heaters cannot be legally installed in bedroom... Read More
Inspector's in the House
Illegal water softener can cause hard time Updated: Sat, Oct 14, 2000 Q Three years ago, a water softener was installed in our home, and the plumber who did the work connected the overflow pipe to one of the drains beneath the building. The system has given us no problems in all this time, but now that we are selling the house the buyers home inspector listed the drain connection... Read More
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