Everything For Your Computer!

These ten steps will help you increase your computer's security. From discovering viruses to learning how to avoid them, this article is a must read!

Windows password This is the easiest way to make sure you know who is using your pc. Choose a lengthy password that contains capital and lower case letters. Including a number or two will greatly increase your security. Having a Windows password means that the only people that can log onto a Windows session are people that you have granted access to.

Password manager You should never write your passwords down. Using the same password all the time will also make it very easy for hackers to reach your personal information. So if you can’t write it down and you’re not
supposed to use the same one – how are you supposed to keep track of all of your passwords? The easiest way to do this is to use a password manager. We prefer to use Roboform. Roboform is an easy to use password and profile manager that docks neatly into your Internet Explorer toolbar and keeps track of all of your passwords for you. Roboform also uses a master password system. You will have one password that accesses all of the passwords in the program. This way you can keep all of your information safe and secure. You can download Roboform for free by http://www.roboform.com.

Spyware Remover Next to spam, spyware is the internet’s biggest annoyance. By definition, spyware is “any software that covertly gathers user information through the user's Internet connection without his or her knowledge, usually for advertising purposes. Once installed, the spyware
monitors user activity on the Internet and transmits that information in the background to someone else. Spyware can also gather information about e-mail addresses and even passwords and credit card numbers.” The amount of spyware that exists on your pc is dependent on the amount of internet surfing you do. A good rule of thumb here is to scan for spyware once per week or whenever poor system performance surfaces. If you don’t have a spyware scanner, we recommend http://www.webroot.com.

Antivirus This should go without saying, but if your computer is connected to the internet you need antivirus software. With weekly scans and program updates you should be protected from most threats. For added protection, we
recommend using more than one anvtivirus scanner.

Firewall A firewall will keep unwanted visitors out of your computer. You can obtain a firewall either by using software application like ZoneAlarm or Black Ice Defender, or by using a router with your internet connection. For more information on routers please visit http://www.Linksys.com.

File sharing Basically, file sharing programs are the single biggest security risk you will come across. This is because the only facts you have about the files you are downloading are the file name and the file size. It is quite simple to change a filename to dupe someone into downloading a virus or other malware like keystroke recorders. Our advice – stay away from file sharing at all costs. If you need to use it, make sure you have updated antivirus software installed and running.

Research In a sentence – know what’s out there. http://www.Symantec.com has a section on their website that will serve you well. Knowing what types of viruses exist and how to avoid them will make you a much smarter internet user.

Email protection Most of the antivirus applications available offer email scanning. If yours does not, you will want to get one that does. Email scanning will make sure all of your incoming and outgoing emails are safe for both you and the recipient. Email viruses spread very quickly by using your address book to propagate. Never read email from people you don’t know and always make sure your email scanner is active.

Network security Another way that viruses spread is through computer networks. We have a few quick tips to keep your network safe. Always scan any files that come in from other computers. Even if it’s a file you have brought from home. Never allow a file to be placed on your network until it
has been scanned. The main server should be the only computer with file sharing enabled. By not allowing computer users to transmit files, you can quickly neutralize a threat.

Maintenance Performing weekly virus and spyware scans will go a long way to keeping your computer safe. Defragmenting weekly will also greatly improve performance. If you put in the effort, you will be rewarded with a safe and smooth running pc. Not to mention less headaches!

By following these ten guide lines, you will greatly improve the performance of your computer. You will also generate peace of mind as you gain a new sense of security.

------------------

For more information on affordable hosting packages, website builder software, dedicated and shared server packages, website design and promotion services and specialized fund raising and campaign websites please visit us at http://www.ipowereurope.com

Specialty Computer Parts and Accessories

There are multiple exciting and unique parts and accessories to expand the usefulness of your computer. Here are a few examples:

USB to RJ45 Converter – Share One USB Device  p/n: C5343

This is a palm-sized Networking USB 2.0 sharing device that enables an external hard drive, flash drive, memory card reader, USB webcam, USB speaker, or USB Multi-Function Printer (MFP) to be shared on a network. Connect to a wireless router and the device can be accessed wirelessly.

Super-slim mini USB keyboard p/n:CEKB-2188

1. 93 keys in standard key arrangement and a mini size of 11.1" wide, 6.1" deep,  ½ " high.   The keys are standard buttons along with windows key. There are  LED's for numlock, scroll lock, and caps lock.  Super slim, professionally designed appearance with a 4 ft. USB cord.

6 Rotating Outlet Surge Protected Power Strip p/n: CPI-S9P81C6T1

A total of 6 Rotating outlets plus 2 fixed outlets with a power pushbutton 15A overload resettable circuit breaker.  A 6 ft Heavy Duty power cord w/ TEL/Fax/Modem Protection is attached..

Universal Notebook Power Adapter  p/n: CNB-2450-LED

This is a compact 120 Watt universal notebook power adapter with integrated (USB Port) and equipped with 8 different notebook connectors and selectable power output. Compatible with most notebook models as Acer, Asus, Compaq, HP, IBM, Sony, Toshiba.  Switchable 15/16/18/19/20/22/24 Volt DC notebook power output up to 6 Amps. Protected against overload, short circuit and overheating.

IDE & SATA Hard Disk to USB Converter  p/n: CUSB-SATA-IDE

This special cable allows interfacing between IDE or SATA hard disk drives and USB controllers. Any IDE or SATA hard drive can be accessed through a USB port. Useable on both PCs and MACs.

RJ45 Jack Dust Cover p/n: CHC-RJ45F

Push-in dust cover for RJ45 jacks. Protect contacts of RJ45 and 8p8c jacks with these dust covers. Made of PVC

CAT-6 Tool-less Keystone Jack p/n: CKJ2-C6-US

The special tool-less design facilitates quick, easy, and efficient operation. Made from the highest quality synthetic and metallic materials, these keystone jacks are durable, fireproof, and ideal for the most operationally intensive data transmission applications. Available in various colors.

USB to DVI,VGA and HDMI Converter p/n: CUSB-DVIVGAHDM

The revolutionary USB to DVI external video card offers virtually perfect video quality and turns your USB port into a true DVI-I port. These USB graphics adapters connect to an USB port for plug-n-play audio functionality. Using these graphics adapters, you can enjoy brilliant pictures and stunningly realistic video that only superior graphics adapters can deliver.

There are but a few of unique and special computer parts and accessories available for computer enthusiasts.  Check out computerpartsplus.com for these and other add-ons for your computer.

About the Author

Donald Daugherty is owner of computerpartsplus.com, an Internet supplier of low cost computer parts and accessories. Quantity discounts are offered on all items.

The Keystone Advantage $32.2 The Keystone Advantage

Chaplin At Keystone $60.96 Chaplin At Keystone

The Violet Keystone $14.62 The Violet Keystone

K Is For Keystone $15.43 K Is For Keystone

Keystone Kids $5.24 Keystone Kids

Keystone $11.97 With {^Keystone}, prolific young punkers {$Digger} certainly aren't trying to reinvent the wheel; rather, they're warming over a well-traveled {\punk-pop} terrain. The thick, clotted guitars and {\bubblegum} smarts throughout often bring to mind their eld

4ft HDMI to HDMI cable $15.99 Belkin 4ft HDMI to HDMI cable

Siig HDMI to HDMI Cable $53.81 Siig CB-HM0062-S1 HDMI to HDMI Cable

IOgear HDMI to HDMI Coupler $8.17 IOgear GHDMICPLRW6 HDMI to HDMI Coupler

Steren 310-485WH Audio/Video Adapter $5.99 A/V Adapter 310-485WH www.steren.com Gold-Plated Connectors White Steren Electronics, LLC 310-485WH 310-485WH HDMI Keystone Coupler Steren HDMI HDMI 1.3b HDMI - HDMI 1.3b

Steren 310-485IV Audio/Video Adapter $5.99 A/V Adapter 310-485IV www.steren.com Gold-Plated Connectors Ivory Steren Electronics, LLC 310-485IV 310-485IV HDMI Keystone Coupler Steren HDMI HDMI 1.3b HDMI - HDMI 1.3b

USOC JACK KEYSTONE - WHITE $19.99 USOC JACK KEYSTONE - WHITE

Belkin Keystone Jack $6.8 Belkin R6D026-AB6-WHT Keystone Jack

KEYSTONE ELIMINATOR;P-69 REPL $11.99 KEYSTONE ELIMINATORP-69 REPL

Keystone Encores, Vol. 1 $12.47 Keystone Encores, Vol. 1

Live at Keystone Corner $36.06 Live at Keystone Corner

6FT HDMI TO HDMI CABLE V7 BY $8.99 6FT HDMI TO HDMI CABLE V7 BY