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Lots of people decide that they want to set up a wireless network in their homes.  Not many seem to consider wireless network security an issue.  This is unfortunate, as wireless network security should be on the top of their priority list when setting up such a network.  Unsecured networks can lead to people piggy-backing on your ISP service, which can impact your connection performance and speed.  In addition, having your network unsecured can allow others to “listen in”  on your network and can potentially compromise online accounts that you access during your session online.

So, when you or anyone you know is considering setting up a wireless network, do it right and use the security features of your equipment providers.  It’s not hard, and it can mean a much more enjoyable online experience down the road.

It seems like something out of George Orwell’s novel, 1984, but it’s not. It appears that Microsoft has been up to something secret. Microsoft has been updating files, through it’s Windows Update service. What’s so special about that, you ask? You say you already knew that?

Well, did you know they were doing it even when you have the Windows Update option turned off? That’s right … even if you have the update option turned off, you are still getting updates from Microsoft. Security experts are warning that this leaves a gaping hole in your home PC security, and would-be attackers could strike using any compromise that they find.

To read more about this check out the article in ZDNet.