Fake Security Software in Millions of Computers

November 2, 2009

According to Reuters, tens of millions of computers in the US have “fake” security software installed on them.  This makes those machines more vulnerable to virus’s and identity theft.
If you are getting a lot of pop up ads requesting that you install security patches, or download anti virus software, they are most likely scams and [...]

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Avast Anti-virus Software

October 21, 2009
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Avast anti-virus software was selected as one of three free choices recommended by the Personal Tech section of The New York Times.  That is also the software that Top PC Support recommends for anti-virus protection.  The free version works just as well as the paid version, it just doesn’t have an many features.  For people [...]

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Microsoft’s Free Anti-virus Tool Now Available

October 9, 2009
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Microsoft Security Essentials provides real-time protection for your home PC that guards against viruses, spyware, and other malicious software.
Key features include:

Comprehensive malware protection
Simple, free download
Automatic updates
Easy to use

Download your free copy here.
If you have any questions about anti-virus software, please give us a call.

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Malware on NYTimes.com

September 14, 2009
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It looks like the New York Times online was serving virus laden ads over the weekend and into today.  If you think you may have been infected, and don’t know what to do about it, head on over to Top PC Support and give us a call.  We’ll clean that virus right off your PC!

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Keep That New PC Clean and Pure

September 7, 2009

A new PC, whether you know it or not, may well have freed you from many malicious programs that steal credit card numbers and other valuable information or otherwise obstruct your safe and private use of the Internet.
You want to keep that new PC clean from virus’s and other nasty software.  Starting with Windows XP [...]

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Anti-virus

July 31, 2009
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Please be sure your anti-virus and anti-spyware software is up to date. Most vendors update their virus definition files daily, so you should have the “auto check” feature turned on for that software. If you’re not sure about this, or have any questions, head on over to Top PC Support.

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