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[] Linux and WordPerfect/Word SIG by jackb	May 06, 2009, 01:48:52 PM
The Board of Trustees have re-aligned the SIG schedule. The WordPerfect/Word SIG will meet on the first Wednesday of the month, and the new Linux SIG will meet the third Wednesday of the month. The second Wednesday of the month the Linux group will meet with the WNYLUG group at their facilities.
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[] Acronis True Image free for Maxtor, Seagate users (From ozrom1e) by MrDonK!

July 20, 2007, 06:34:49 AM

Acronis True Image free for Maxtor, Seagate users

"Acronis can be obtained free if you have a Maxtor or Seagate hard drive.”

The important thing to note, however, is that both utilities are based on an OEM version of Acronis's well-regarded True Image backup application. According to the Inquirer's report, both free utilities support the creation of disk images, partitions, the cloning and formatting of disks, and more.

Inquirer's report:

One of the best HDD utilities is free

http://www.theinquirer.net/default.aspx?article=39779

Seagate provides Two free downloadable utilities at the following links:

DiscWizard

http://www.seagate.com/ww/v/index.jsp?locale=en-US&name=DiscWizard&vgnextoid=d9fd4a3cdde5c010VgnVCM100000dd04090aRCRD

MaxBlast5

http://www.seagate.com/ww/v/index.jsp?locale=en-US&name=MaxBlast_5&vgnextoid=7add8b9c4a8ff010VgnVCM100000dd04090aRCRD

I found this information in = Windows Secrets Newsletter • Issue 116 • 2007-07-19

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[] Antivirus Tests by Mr.Victor

April 19, 2013, 11:25:22 AM

There are a number of Antivirus Testing organizations, that perform intricate tests of various Antivirus/Anti-malware software. These reviews get confusing since they all seem to use different criteria for the testing. When reading the details of the reviews, one can sometimes be brought to the point of nauseam. To help sort through the maze, here are articles that help clear up some of the mysteries of the world of Antivirus Testing:

http://nakedsecurity.sophos.com/2013/04/19/how-do-you-know-if-an-anti-virus-test-is-any-good/

Here's a 2nd article in this series with a 6-Step approach of explaining Antivirus Software Testing:
http://nakedsecurity.sophos.com/2013/04/30/how-to-rate-comparative-anti-virus-test

See Virus Bulletin's latest reviews here; http://www.virusbtn.com/index

Here's my listing of the latest Antivirus Test Reviews from AV-TEST and AV-Comparatives ;
http://www.wnycomsoc.org/community/index.php/topic,1199.msg1732/topicseen.html#new

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[] Malware Removal Tools by Mr.Victor

April 11, 2013, 01:37:10 PM

12 FREE Malware Removal Tools, from Fred Langa at Windows Secrets
http://windowssecrets.com/top-story/a-dozen-tools-for-removing-almost-any-malware/

Microsoft Security Center's free security tools ; http://www.microsoft.com/security/default.aspx

Check out the free Antivirus/Anti-malware offerings including the Free top rated Bitdefender;
http://www.wnycomsoc.org/community/index.php/topic,1112.0.html

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[] Hacked Website Help by Mr.Victor

March 15, 2013, 11:49:23 AM

Google now provides free "Hacked" website help. The website is very user friendly, with simple steps outlined to recover, along with information videos to help explain the recovery steps. These Google online resources help the owners of hacked Websites regain control and make security repairs.

When a site is hacked, a website visitor's computer can then be attacked by malicious code that hackers embedded into the infected Website. Without prevention, such attacks can be done easily, and without quick and thorough repairs, the attacks can spread to many users around the world.

Check out this Google help website here;

http://www.google.com/webmasters/hacked/

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[] Bogus Support Calls by Mr.Victor	March 05, 2013, 11:51:46 AM
It's Back ! If you get a phone call with the following message, BEWARE ! “Hello. This is Microsoft Tech Support. Your PC has notified us that it has an infection.” Read this Fred Langa article on recent bogus tech support phone calls: http://windowssecrets.com/top-story/security-alert-bogus-tech-support-phone-calls/
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[] Free Web TV by Mr.Victor

February 08, 2013, 12:14:22 PM

Web TV or (Internet TV ) is comprised of many types of online video web streaming broadcast providers on the world wide web. Web Streaming broadcasts have been around for a few years now, with innovators such as Hulu providing numerous content on the internet. Today we have Smart TV's that are web enabled, and Blu-Ray players and other such adapters like Roku, that bring web enabled broadcasts to your living room. Providers have long been making many of their TV shows, Movies, Sports Events, etc. available for free viewing on the internet.

Time Warner Cable has recently added on-demand content to its PC and Mac web application, TWC TV. With today's update, Time Warner Cable subscribers can watch over 4,000 shows and movies from 91 providers, according to the company, for free. That selection is certainly limited compared to the offerings on your TV itself, but some on-demand programming from premium networks (that you subscribe to) like HBO and Showtime will be available. Competitors like Comcast and Verizon FiOS have offered similar functionality for some time, but now those with Time Warner Cable can finally join in on the fun. Here's the TWC TV Link:
http://video2.timewarnercable.com/

See my list of Free Internet TV websites;
http://www.wnycomsoc.org/community/index.php/topic,581.0.html

*** NEW - Redbox Instant, the unlimited movie streaming service launched by Redbox and Verizon, today opened its doors to the public in the US, as it looks to take on its established rivals Netflix and Amazon. The service offers four one-night DVD rentals a month and unlimited video streaming as part of its $8 monthly subscription, with a no contract trial offer for the first month FREE.
http://www.redbox.com/instant

AEREO is a relatively new fee based streaming TV service. Aereo lets users live-stream or record programs off basic, over-the-air broadcast channels. Subscribers can view their shows and recordings on mobile devices (right now only the iPad and iPhone are supported), on a Web browser, or on TV through media devices like AppleTV or Roku. Want to watch a local sports game in your hometown while you're waiting at an airport across the country? Put it on your Aereo playlist and you can stream it live or save it for later. Aereo is now rolling out to 22 major cities.

http://www.aereo.com

http://www.usatoday.com/story/tech/2013/01/11/aereo-cable-tv/1823809/

http://news.cnet.com/8301-1023_3-57565762-93/updated-aereo-app-adds-improved-live-tv-streaming-to-roku/
http://www.technologyreview.com/news/509926/watch-out-for-the-startup-using-tiny-antennas-to-show-the-oscars-on-an-iphone/

If you think Internet TV is " Passé ", or on it's way out, see what Intel plans;
http://www.eweek.com/pc-hardware/intel-to-launch-internet-tv-business-this-year/
http://www.theverge.com/2013/2/12/3980948/intel-confirms-internet-tv-plans-complete-with-a-set-top-box
http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2013-02-12/intel-working-on-tv-device-with-programming-for-debut-in-2013.html

Even the TV ratings company Nielsen is changing its definition of what constitutes television viewing:
http://www.theverge.com/2013/2/21/4012022/nielsen-including-streaming-services-in-tv-ratings

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[] Router Threat-UPnP by Mr.Victor

January 31, 2013, 08:13:47 AM

If you have a router on your home PC or at work and you are using its Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) feature, the US Government wants you to disable it ASAP. The US Department of Homeland Security recently issued a statement that urged individuals and businesses to disable these features from router units due to the threat of hacker attacks. Applications like Skype and Xbox Live often require the UPnP setting enabled. This also effects network printers, IP cameras, and other network-enabled devices. Basically, UPnP allows malware to punch holes in your firewall making access for criminals far easier.

To disable the setting, type the router's IP address, which is usually found on the bottom of the router, into your web browser. After you hit return, a web page will appear where you can enter the username and password and access your router settings. Find where the UPnP setting is located and then select 'disable.' Turning off the function shouldn't affect any of the devices already connected to your network. Disabling the feature stops devices from requesting information without your approval.

***Test your UPnP Status here; http://www.grc.com/x/ne.dll?rh1dkyd2
********** DNS Spoof Test; http://www.grc.com/dns/dns.htm

Read more here;
http://www.zdnet.com/homeland-security-disable-upnp-as-tens-of-millions-at-risk-7000010512/

http://www.eweek.com/security/plug-and-play-flaws-leave-millions-of-devices-vulnerable-researchers
http://nakedsecurity.sophos.com/2013/02/05/upnp-flaws-turn-millions-of-firewalls-into-doorstops
http://www.wired.com/threatlevel/2013/01/plug-n-play-security-flaws/
http://www.sans.org/security-resources/malwarefaq/win_upnp.php

Listen to Leo Laporte's podcast on UPnP threat with expert Steve Gibson(ShieldsUP);
http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/aolradio.podcast.aol.com/sn/sn0389.mp3
New Podcast http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/aolradio.podcast.aol.com/sn/sn0390.mp3

Download FREE Rapid7 UPnP Scanning Tool here;
http://www.rapid7.com/resources/free-security-software-downloads/universal-plug-and-play-jan-2013.jsp

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[] Antivirus Test Reviews by Mr.Victor

January 17, 2013, 08:11:22 AM

NEW !!! Windows 8 Tests are now in :

In AV-Tests latest round of Antivirus programs on Windows 8, Microsoft's own Windows Defender 4.0 is considered to be the baseline for the test. It managed to get certified by AV-Test with a score of 11.5. Bitdefender was rated highest among Windows 8 anti-virus solutions with a score of 17, followed by BullGuard with 16.5 and Kaspersky Lab with 16. Two anti-virus products, AhnLab and Comodo, got scores of 10 each, both below the baseline but still just enough to get certification from AV-Test.

http://www.av-test.org/en/tests/home-user/windows-8/janfeb-2013/

In the last round of Windows 7 Testing, for a second time, Microsoft Security Essentials (MSE) Antivirus software suite has failed to pass the rigorous testing requirements of the AV-Test Institute. These tests were completed in December 2012 on the Microsoft Windows 7 operating system. The Antivirus software that led the pack in the tests, were 2013 versions of Bitdefender, Kaspersky Lab, and Norton Antivirus suites. In another independent test by Dennis Technology Labs, MSE also failed tests, while Norton, Kaspersky, ESET, and Bitdefender took top honors. You can get a FREE version of Bitdefender at the link near the bottom of this page.

Read more here;
http://www.neowin.net/news/microsoft-security-essentials-fails-av-test-certification-again

Microsoft's response to failed certification testing of Security Essentials;
http://www.neowin.net/news/microsoft-defends-security-essentials-after-failing-av-test-certification

AV-Test Institute results for Windows 7 can be found at this link;
http://www.av-test.org/en/tests/home-user/windows-7/novdec-2012/

2013 Android Mobile AV Test Results
http://www.av-test.org/en/tests/mobile-devices/android/

Dennis Technology Labs Antivirus tests (Dec.2012) with Bitdefender, Kaspersky Lab, ESET, Norton had top honors:
http://dennistechnologylabs.com/reports/s/a-m/2012/DTL_2012_Q4_Home.1.pdf

PC Magazine article on Dennis Technology tests:
http://securitywatch.pcmag.com/none/307816-microsoft-security-essentials-tanks-another-antivirus-test

AV-Comparatives; Antivirus tests from Summer 2012 with Avira, Bitdefender, Kaspersky Lab had top honors.;
http://www.av-comparatives.org/images/docs/avc_sum_201212_en.pdf
http://www.av-comparatives.org/

Antivirus links with FREE Bitdefender 2013 version here;
* http://www.wnycomsoc.org/community/index.php/topic,1112.0.html

http://www.wnycomsoc.org/community/index.php/topic,1129.0.html

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[] Java 7 Vulnerability by Mr.Victor January 14, 2013, 09:56:35 AM

New warnings about zero-day vulnerabilities in Java 7 for Internet Browsers are in the news. This Java 7 issue also occured last Summer of 2012. The bottom line is, if you don't need Java 7 in your browser, disable it now. Apple(Safari ) and Mozilla(Firefox) are disabling Java 7 by default until further notice. Remember that the JavaScript for Windows is not affected, only the various browser versions. These vulnerabilities do not affect JavaScript on servers, Java desktop applications or embedded Java. Only the Oracle Java 7 versions for Internet Browsers are affected.

http://www.technewsworld.com/rsstory/77201.html

https://windowssecrets.com/newsletter/security-alert-remove-java-from-your-browsers/#story1

Here's a link on "how to disable" Java in your specific browser;
http://nakedsecurity.sophos.com/2012/08/30/how-turn-off-java-browser/

Here's why ! http://nakedsecurity.sophos.com/2013/01/15/disable-java-browsers-homeland-security

B E W A R E o f M a l w a r e P o s i n g A s P h o n y J a v a U p d a t e ! ! !http://www.crn.com/news/security/240146578/malware-poses-as-phony-java-update.htm
http://www.eweek.com/servers/java-flaw-repair-email-camouflages-crafty-new-malware-attack

There's a patch available from Oracle and from Microsoft. See these links for more info;
http://nakedsecurity.sophos.com/2013/01/13/oracle-releases-cve-2013-0422-patch-for-java
http://nakedsecurity.sophos.com/2013/01/14/microsoft-pre-announces-ie-zeroday-patch

Many online business applications and games require Java for browsers to be "Enabled". If this is the case and you do require it, my suggestion is to have two Internet Browsers like Internet Explorer and Mozilla Firefox, or even Google Chrome, and only enable Java for browsers on Internet Explorer. When you need to use the business application or play the game, only use that browser where it's enabled. Disable Java in the internet browser you use most often where Java is not required. Remember that Mozilla Firefox will now disable Java by default, as does Apple Safari.

Hear podcast on Leo Laporte show with Steve Gibson, who describes the details ;
http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/aolradio.podcast.aol.com/sn/sn0387.mp3

See the following article's for more insight into this issue;
http://www.eweek.com/security/latest-java-flaw-bypasses-security-control-security-researchers-say
http://www.eweek.com/security/java-software-patches-fix-several-major-web-browser-vulnerabilities
http://www.technewsworld.com/rsstory/77071.html

See my previous post on history of Java 7 vulnerability issues from Summer 2012; http://www.wnycomsoc.org/community/index.php/topic,1173.0.html

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