Spam – What is Your Protection Under the Law?
Spam has become the scourge of the internet world over the past several years, costing honest businesses much in time and money.
As the spam epidemic has grown the government has enacted the CAN-SPAM act (Controlling the Assault of Non Solicited Pornography and Marketing). This act has attempted to legislate the activities of any company hoping to send bulk commercial email as well as companies that are marketing their products in the messages. It has created stiffer penalties for those who violate it and gives the consumer the right and the way to ask that spammers cease and desist.
The CAN-SPAM act was signed in January of 2004. This act covers any and all emails whose express purpose is advertising or promotion. Even including… Continue reading...
8 Things to Consider When Buying a Traditional Laptop Versus Lightweight Notebook
There are of course many models of laptop computer on the market, from tiny ultra-portable notebooks that weigh only a couple of pounds to large, sturdy (and very heavy) models equipped with 17″ screens, full size keyboards and more. With so many choices it can be hard to know what to look for and just as hard to find the notebook or laptop that truly represents good value for the money.
If you have been trying to decide between a full size laptop and one of those ultra-lightweight notebooks you are certainly not alone. Many computer users are struck by the incredible lightness of these new portable notebooks, and they may be wondering if these notebooks can really replace larger and bulkier machines. These ultra-lightweight notebooks are certainly much easier
Don’t Fall for the Phisher’s Bait
You should never respond to an unsolicited email that asks you to update or verify personal information, such as bank account or social security numbers. Banks, stores, and other real businesses will never ask for this information through email, especially after an incident involved in a phishing scam. Most real business will ask you to verify your info over the phone or in person.
It is always best to immediately contact a company directly if you have any doubts about an email you received asking for information. Use the contact number listed on your invoice or statement, because the contact number on the email will most likely direct you to the identity thief.
You should never click on any links in an email you… Continue reading...
The Imminent Death of a Hard Drive
That clicking sound on your hard drive is a sign that it’s time to start backup procedures. One day, your hard drive will crash, so don’t get comfortable with a single drive even if it’s brand new. For some unlucky people, hard drives crash with little to no warning, leaving users in a state of panic with lost data and an unworkable computer. Other lucky people, however, have the advantage of warning signs. Knowing these signs will help you save data and implement backup measures before your computer crashes.
Click Clacking Noises
The hard drive consists of platters and a readable arm and head that move back and forth, reading the information as you request it. Inside the hard drive’s cover, it looks like a mini record player. However, the difference is… Continue reading...
