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Fake Antivirus Software Uses Ransom Threats Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 11:18AMBeware refreshed Total Security malware, which freezes your system unless you pay up. Anti-Virus - MS Antivirus - Security - Malicious Software - Viruses
Pilot injured in chopper crash on Hwy. 101 near Salinas Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 5:53PMA helicopter has crashed on a busy California highway in Salinas, sending its pilot to the hospital and snarling traffic.
Coast Union to kickoff grid season at Mission Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 2:53PMThe first pre-season test for the Coast Union Bronco football team Friday night, Aug. 27, was a mixed bag, according to Head Coach Ron Garcia. The Broncos ventured into the steamy, humid San Joaquin Valley for a scrimmage with Mendota and Firebaugh high schools.
Fake antivirus software using ransom threats Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 2:38PMFake antivirus programs appear to be adopting some of the money-raising tactics of more threatening ransom malware, security company Fortinet’s latest threat report has found.
Google, Verizon lay down a marker on net neutrality Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 10:29AMDespite nearly a year's effort, negotiators for Google and Verizon have crafted a framework for net neutrality that fumbles one of the central issues involved in the debate: the principle of non-discrimination. That's why the proposal is more likely to be just another talking point than a major breakthrough in the debate among network operators, Web companies and consumer groups. Proponents of ...
FCC Takes Net Neutrality to Court of Public Opinion (Again) Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 10:03AMThe FCC continues the fight for net neutrality with a new inquiry for public input, but advocates are becoming frustrated at the ongoing debate and lack of action. Network neutrality - Federal Communications Commission - FCC - Google - Programming
China Will Require ID for Cellphone Numbers; Noncompliance Means No Service Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 10:00AMThe government is looking to curb cellphone spam, pornography and fraud schemes.
Fake antivirus software using ransom threats Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 9:37AMLocks 'infected' apps, then asks for money Fake antivirus programs appear to be adopting some of the money-raising tactics of more threatening ransom malware, security company Fortinet’s latest threat report has found.
Fake antivirus software uses ransom threats Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 9:21AMLocks 'infected' apps, then asks for money Fake antivirus programs appear to be adopting some of the money-raising tactics of more developed ransom malware, security company Fortinet’s latest threat report has found.
China Requires ID for Mobile Phone Numbers Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 6:11AMThe government is looking to curb cellphone spam, pornography and fraud schemes.
China's mobile users must show ID to get number Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 4:02AMCellphone customers in China must provide identification from Wednesday to purchase a new number, state media said -- the latest step by Beijing to tighten curbs over the world's largest mobile market.
Feds appeal order blocking stem cell research Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 2:59PMWASHINGTON (AP) - The Obama administration has appealed a federal judge's order that undercuts federally funded embryonic stem cell research. The Justice Department on Tuesday filed its appeal with the U.S. District Court in the District of Columbia.
Google Mail Gets Smart: Releases Priority Inbox Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 12:14PMHaving trouble sorting through your ever-filling e-mail box every day, trying to sort out what to read now or what can wait until later? Well, Google Mail has a solution for you: Priority Inbox. Already being rolled out in beta format—most users will be able to access it through their “experimental features” tab—it will use [...] Google Mail Gets Smart: Releases Priority Inbox is a post from ...
Google rolls out email sorting for webmail users Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 4:43AMGmail Priority Inbox arranges messages automatically Google plans to begin rolling out to Gmail users on Tuesday a new feature designed to automatically rearrange messages in their inbox so that the most important and pressing ones appear at the top. Called Priority Inbox, the feature will be released with the beta, or test, label and is being described for now as "experimental" by the company.
Gmail Priority Inbox tackles email overload Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 3:18AMNew feature automatically rearranges messages Google plans to begin rolling out to Gmail users on Tuesday a new feature designed to automatically rearrange messages in their inbox so that the most important and pressing ones appear at the top.
Fatality reported in Saturday night vehicle crash, fire Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 5:22AMKELSEYVILLE, Calif. – A vehicle crash and fire late Saturday night near Kelseyville resulted in a fatality. The incident was reported just after 11 p.m. on Highway 29 near Kelseyville Auto Salvage, according to the California Highway Patrol.
Google fixes Gmail bug that re-sent e-mail messages Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 11:45AMA Gmail bug that caused messages to be re-sent multiple times, mortifying senders and annoying recipients, has been fixed, Google said Thursday. The bug began causing trouble several days ago, but the bulk of the complaints hit the official Gmail Help Forum... Google - Searching - Search Engines - Companies - Gmail
Google fixes Gmail bug that re-sent e-mail messages Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 9:09AMGoogle has fixed a Gmail glitch that caused some messages to be re-sent multiple times.
Google fixes Gmail bug that re-sent e-mail messages Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 6:20PMA Gmail bug that caused messages to be re-sent multiple times, mortifying senders and annoying recipients, has been fixed, Google said Thursday.
Google Fixes Gmail Bug That Re-sent E-mail Messages Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 5:25PMGoogle has fixed a Gmail glitch that caused some messages to be re-sent multiple times. Google - Searching - Search Engines - Google Voice - Skype
E-mail Scams Claiming Celebrity Deaths Are Circulating Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 8:00AM-
Block Zuck on Facebook? Not So Fast ... Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 2:17PMOne of the most fun ways to lash out at Mark Zuckerberg with zero chance of it having any impact whatsoever seems to have been thwarted. Yes, the Empire has struck back, making it impossible — impossible! — to block the Facebook CEO on his own social network.
Your inbox is full: 90 percent of e-mail is spam Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 8:29AM‘Zombie networks” of infected computers have become the driving force behind the growing epidemic of malicious e-mail spam, according to the companies that track it. Several software and search engine companies issue monthly or quarterly reports on spamming, which often produce contradictory findings. But It’s generally agreed that spam now accounts for well over 90 percent [...]
QA Rebecca Steinberg Herson of Commtouch on Outbound Spam Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 4:56PMAugust 19, 2010 -- In an email interview with the WHIR, Commtouch VP of marketing Rebecca Steinberg Herson discusses the severity of outbound spam and how service providers can be more proactive in defending their networks from this growing problem.
As Students Head Back to School, Verizon Extends Offer of 90 Days of Free Service With Internet Security, File-Backup ... Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 7:17AMParents equipping their children for another year of academic challenges are reminded that just as important as that shiny, new laptop is protecting it from online threats and providing an easy, secure way of backing up files.
Policing the Internet? Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 6:14AMPolicymakers worldwide are at loggerheads over how to crack down on cyber-criminals, unlawful content and illegal downloading. But laws have been slow to arrive as legislators try to reconcile fundamental rights and Internet security.
Basic security measures no longer enough for SMBs Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 5:59AMSmall and midsize businesses increasingly aware about need to implement IT security measures but they must now also recognize having only basic security tools no longer sufficient to combat cyber threats.
Police fire rubber bullets at strikers Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 4:37AMThe police fired rubber bullets and used water canons to disperse a crowd of striking civil servants blocking a main road in Soweto.
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Some Ways to Thwart an Online Bully Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 1:23AMTODAY'S bullies are not restricted to cafeterias, gym class and schoolyards. With technology, they can appear in every digital corner of a modern child's life. But parents and children can take heart. Technology can also be harnessed to combat online bullies.
Thwarting an Online Bully Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 2:01PMSocial networks, e-mail and cellphones are providing new avenues for bullies. But there are some ways to block them and protect your children.
BT Business customers blacklisted in anti-spam snafu Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 11:35AMA number of BT Business customers could not send email to certain clients after the IP addresses were blacklisted, possibly beginning over the weekend ( ZDNet UK - Security Threats )
Spammers create Facebook "dislike" button Tuesday, August 17, 2010 @ 12:25AMComputer security experts warn that scammers are duping Facebook users into adding a bogus "dislike" button.
Five tricks workers use to visit blocked Web sites Monday, August 16, 2010 @ 5:03AMThere may have been a time when blocking certain sites was acceptable in most office environments. But what was once considered off-limits is now essential in many organizations.
Oneida Public Library hosting 2 events Wednesday Friday, August 13, 2010 @ 9:34PMONEIDA — The Oneida Public Library will present two programs on Wednesday, Aug. 18 at the library, Broad Street.
Social network emails fall foul of spam filters Thursday, August 12, 2010 @ 3:29AMEmails from social networks are marked as spam 100% more often then those from other sectors, and in the case of Friends Reunited, one in four of its emails failed to reach the inbox.
Library board considers Internet filters Wednesday, August 11, 2010 @ 11:34AMThe Hays Public Library Board heard from Nex-Tech representatives at Tuesday's meeting as the board ponders the merits of implementing more "robust" Internet filters on library computers.
WatchGuard adds web blocking to XCS range Sunday, August 8, 2010 @ 7:35AMSecurity vendor WatchGuard now offers enterprise-grade web blocking in its SME appliances.
Panama City Police Plan Enhanced Traffic Enforcement Friday, August 6, 2010 @ 4:50PMWe would also like to remind motorist that school starts on August 11th 2010 and Bay Haven has moved into the building at West 11th Street & Balboa Avenue so please use caution in this and all other school zones.
IT & Telecoms Friday, August 6, 2010 @ 3:28PMAn amendment to the Copyright Act that grants copyright protection to various foreign works that were previously in the public domain in the United States is not violative of the First Amendment, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit ruled.
WatchGuard adds web blocking to XCS range Friday, August 6, 2010 @ 12:28AMSecurity vendor WatchGuard now offers enterprise-grade web blocking in its SME appliances. Designed for SME to mid-market organisations, the WatchGuard XCS 170, 370 and 570 appliances deliver the company's web security service as well as e-mail protection, data loss prevention, and spam, virus, spyware and malware protection. "Blended threats - attacks that use multiple sources, such as spam ...
Conficker's 6m strong botnet confounds security probes Thursday, August 5, 2010 @ 8:30AMCross-industry group baffled by super crypto shield of infamous botnet Analysis The unknown crooks behind the infamous Conficker worm may be quietly selling off parts of the huge botnet established by the malware, but virus fighters have no way of knowing because the cryptographic defences of its command and control network have proved uncrackable.…
Radware Addresses Securing Network Assets when Exposed to the Mobile Internet Wednesday, August 4, 2010 @ 4:30AMWith smartphone adoption on the rise across professional users, IT departments have found themselves alerted to a new bevy of corporate network security threats. Offering insight on the types of security dangers opened up by the habits of mobile Internet users, Radware , a leading provider of integrated application delivery and network security solutions for business-smart networking, is helping ...
Pacific Rim wins latest battle in feud over El Salvadoran gold project Tuesday, August 3, 2010 @ 12:44PMAn international tribunal has unanimously rejected the Government of El Salvador’s preliminary objections in the latest chapter to a long-standing...
Teens charged with blocking road Tuesday, August 3, 2010 @ 5:58AMHUDSON, N.H. -- Two Pelham teens are facing charges after they allegedly blocked portions of Bush Hill Road with a trash can, a Pelham Department of Public Works construction sign and several traffic cones.
Twitter to Require Password Reset for Those Who Bought Followers Monday, August 2, 2010 @ 8:38PMTwitter is requiring password resets for users who signed up for "suspicious" third-party programs that promise to automatically (or magically) get them followers. Twitter usually pushes out password resets to users whose accounts it believes have been compromised due to phishing or other attacks. "We're currently pushing out password resets to users who signed up for 3rd party follower-adder ...
What's the Best Way to Block a Number from Calling My Cellphone? [Ask Lifehacker] Monday, August 2, 2010 @ 7:36PM# asklifehacker Dear Lifehacker, I'm receiving tons of unwanted calls per day. My carrier suggests that I change my number, but I don't want to do that. Is there anything else I can do? More »
Brewer, lawmakers explore changing SB-1070 Friday, July 30, 2010 @ 5:44PMPHOENIX - Arizona Gov. Jan Brewer is asking legislators to consider whether they should change the state's immigration law in response to a judge's ruling blocking parts of it.
Arizona appeals order blocking parts of law Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 3:14PMPHOENIX (AP) - Arizona is appealing a federal judge's order that put most of the state's immigration law on hold. The state's appeal filed Thursday asks that District Judge Susan Bolton's preliminary injunction be lifted so that all of the law can take effect.
Vacationing woman's home is ransacked: Strongsville Police Blotter Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 7:09AMA resident reported Sunday that she found her house ransacked after she came back from vacation.