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This simple tip can help protect your computer from malware

Posted on September 29, 2023

Unfortunately, in the Internet age, viruses and other forms of malware tend to spread like wildfires, and it’s getting harder by the day to keep your devices from getting infected by them.

That’s why it’s important to install a high quality antivirus program on your Windows computer, keep it updated at all times and perform a couple of on-demand malware scans on a regular basis.

Macs aren’t as likely to get infected with malware as Windows machines, but it’s happening more all the time. That’s why I recommend running frequent scans with Malwarebytes for Mac.

With all of the above being said, a little due diligence can go a long way towards keeping your machines safe as well. [Read more…]

How to make sure a downloaded file is safe before opening it

Posted on September 24, 2023

Have you ever downloaded a file from the Internet and worried that it might be infected with malware?

That’s a real concern these days with all the malware that’s floating around the web.

It’s getting harder by the day to know exactly which sites to trust since malicious files are even making their way onto legitimate download sites.

Luckily, it’s pretty easy to determine whether any file on your computer is malware-free or not by running a couple of simple scans.  [Read more…]

Q&A: Do I need to scan my Smart TV for viruses?

Posted on September 13, 2023

Question from Deidre: I have a Smart TV and my mom told me she heard on the news that viruses can infect smart TVs and we need to run virus scans on them.

I didn’t even know a TV could catch a virus.

Is that true? And how do I run a virus scan if it is?  [Read more…]

Q&A: How can I tell if my computer has a virus?

Posted on August 3, 2023

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Question from Geneva:  I keep reading about all the computer viruses going around and how they can cause you a bunch of problems.

I’m a complete dummy when it comes to this stuff, Rick. How can I find out if my computer is infected?  [Read more…]

Q&A: How can I completely remove Norton antivirus from my PC?

Posted on April 9, 2023

Question from Dagan:  I’ve been using Norton 360 for years, but it recently let a bunch of viruses slip through and get installed on my computer.

Norton removes a bunch of viruses every time I run it but they just keep coming right back.

I want to ditch Norton and install a different antivirus app but I know you’re only supposed to run one antivirus app at a time.

The problem I’m having is I can’t seem to get all the Norton 360 files uninstalled so that I can install Malwarebytes. The Windows thingy that uninstalls programs gets rid of some of the Norton files but some of them come right back when I reboot the computer.

How can I completely uninstall ALL the Norton files from my hard drive?  [Read more…]

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