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August 4, 2011
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* A Hacker Speaks: How Malware Might Blow Up Your Laptop
Researcher Charlie Miller has found a security hole in Apple
laptop batteries that could allow hackers to attack your PC. I
spoke with him about how it works and how you can fix it.
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* Security Tips and News
Mobile Malware Reality Check
Smartphone malware isn?t yet as big a threat as you might think,
but it?s coming. Here are some tips to help you avoid it.
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Ten Best Practices to Prevent Data and Privacy Breaches
Although it may seem inevitable that your organization will be
impacted by a data breach, if you follow the guidance in these
ten best practices you can prevent the vast majority of attacks.
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Patch Tuesday Fixes Critical Bluetooth Flaw in Windows 7
There are only four bulletins, but one of them is related to a
critical flaw in the Bluetooth networking of Windows 7 and
Windows Vista that could let an attacker wirelessly compromise a
vulnerable system.
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* Latest Security News
McAfee Warns of Massive 5-Year Hacking Plot
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Black Hat Preview: Let the Electric-shock Craziness Begin
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Six Black Hat Demos You Don't Want to Miss
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Rootkit Malware Roosts on Windows XP Systems
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The Treasures of Skymall Tested
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Microsoft Kicks off $250K Security Contest
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Cybercrime Fight Costing Companies More This Year
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Hacker Arrests Escalate
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* Security Alerts and Software
Security Central -- Get the latest news, product reviews, and
how-tos.
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* Product Reviews
Symantec Norton AntiVirus 2011
PCW Rating 93
Pros: Good interface; Strong malware detection
Cons: Scan speeds lag behind top performers
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Nikon Coolpix S9100
PCW Rating 84
Pros: Very good macro capabilities; 18X-optical-zoom lens; Large array of useful and creative scene modes; In-camera editing features improve low-light shots; Superior image quality; Extremely easy to use; Excellent performance for the price; Light and slim for such a long-zoom camera
Cons: No RAW shooting mode; No manual controls
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Canon PowerShot S95
PCW Rating 86
Pros: Compact, pocketable size; Control ring provides fast access to settings; Very good image and video quality; Easiest advanced camera to grasp for beginners; Fun scene modes for both stills and video
Cons: Disappointing battery life; No raised hand grip; Slow burst mode
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* Top News on PCWorld.com
Internet Explorer IQ Story Called a Hoax
The BBC did some digging on the group that claimed to have
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Tests Show HP TouchPad Update Falls Short
HP's first major firmware update does little to improve the
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* Top Reviews on PCWorld.com
Tests Show HP TouchPad Update Falls Short
HP's first major firmware update does little to improve the
overall performance and usability of the TouchPad.
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Laptop Refresh: Six Ways to Revitalize an Older Notebook
Save money and bring an old laptop back to life with a few quick
software and hardware upgrades. We show you how.
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Choosing the Right Mobile Browser for Your Android Phone
We look at the most popular third-party browsers on Android--from
Firefox to Opera--and help you decide which one best suits your
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Folder Axe Cuts Unwieldy Folders Down to Size
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* Editor's Collection
Best Free Software for Protecting Your PC and Your Privacy
Want to make sure that your PC and all its files and data are
kept safe, secure, and private--without breaking the bank to do
it? It's not an impossible task--in fact, it's easy to do. We've
rounded up ten free pieces of security software that do
everything from protecting you against malware, to keeping you
safe at WiFi Hot Spots, to encrypting your entire hard disk.
KeePass (2.x) | Free
KeePass is a free, open source, light-weight and easy-to-use
password manager.
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HTTPS Everywhere | Free
Protect yourself from hackers at popular Web sites such as
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Microsoft Security Essentials | Free
Microsoft's free utility fights viruses and other malware, and
does a surprisingly good job of it.
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