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Nov. 30, 2011

James Burkhart asked a question

What backlash do you expect from discovery of Carrier IQ's secret spyware rootkit on mobile devices?

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June 14, 2011

Andrew Baker answered this question

What is a "malware sandbox"?

Brielle,
A malware sandbox is an isolated environment that is designed to allow you to see how malware will behave without exposing your organization to the true risk of that malware.
The goal is to provide an environment that appears to be real, but which is entirely ... more

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March 28, 2011

Mark Moore commented on a brief

Migrating from Windows to Ubuntu: An Update

I use Ubuntu as my daily driver. It is a more powerful platform for my Network Admin duties. I am still running Virtual instances of XP and Windows 7 for web design and compatibility tests. However, Ubuntu is installed as my core platform. I would ... more

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Feb. 11, 2011

Troy Herrera answered this question

Does Junos Pulse only work with Windows mobile devices? When will it support Apple/ Android?

Support for Google Android based smartphones and mobile devices is available today for both Junos Pulse and the Junos Pulse Mobile Security Suite. Android device users need simply to download Junos Pulse free of charge from the Google Marketplace. When deployed in conjunction with the ... more

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Aug. 24, 2010

Jacek Snopkiewicz and 1 other person answered this question

How do you deal with network security issues?

Karen,
Security vulnerability assessment should be performed by a third party security consulting firm to review your company’s current state of information security. The findings and strategy recommendations should then be shared with your IT team as well as the executives.
The good news is ... more

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May 19, 2010

Paul McDonald asked a question

Should I purchase website security from my hosting company?

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May 18, 2010

Nick King and 2 other people answered this question

Who makes the best anti spyware software?

I was asking for both, business and personal use. You have provided me with enough valuable information for both areas. Thanks for the links and website reviews. I will be sure to check them out.
You both brought up an interesting point/question. Are free spywares ... more

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March 5, 2010

Frederick Mesmer iii and 2 other people answered this question

I need to learn how to get rid of spyware!

If you do not want to pay, I recommend you download http://www.malwarebytes.org/ ; I found this software to be very reliable, they walk their talk.
Another software I recommend is ESET NOD 32 AV; a cost effective antivirus solution that deals with viral and malware ... more

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Feb. 25, 2010

Roody Blain answered this question

Do you use more than one desktop security client?

that's a lot of tools. You're using most of your system memory on tools overlapping each other. I use norton only use the antivirus (avg is not laso good ) . Keep windows upto date, do not download nor install these free coupon or other ... more

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Jan. 14, 2010

CJ Ondeck answered this question

How do you get rid of spyware completeley?

In today's world of malware, one size does not fit all. Malware morphs on regular basis so anti-malware software based solely on definitions is outdated before you even begin. The key is to find the primary infection (usually a command and control application), remove it, ... more

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Dec. 23, 2009

Habeeb Balfagi answered this question

How can I tell which spyware remover program will work for my problem?

The combination of SDfix or Combofix along with Malwarebytes is the best. Works every time.

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Dec. 23, 2009

Daniel Seah and 4 other people answered this question

Which spyware removal tool would you recommend to the non-techie?

Malwarebytes (Malwarebytes.org) is a safe bet.
I'm also partial to Ad-Aware (www.lavasoft.com) which has been mentioned before. It's the pioneer in this segment of software and still a terrific product.
Also, make the switch to Firefox and use the "No Script" extension because prevention is better than ... more

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Dec. 23, 2009

Demi Moore answered this question

Is free spyware software safe?

Select the top free for your use:
Top 10 free security software for your new PC
http://www.system-tools-software.com/spyware-removal/top-ten-free-security-so...

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