The one thing anyone considering online storage, must do before uploading their data to the cloud.

Computer security is one of the most widely discussed and hotly debated topics known to man. Want to start an internet fight? Just ask a question security software on any forum. Right after Antivirus choice in the “guaranteed to provide a lively discussion” topics list is firewalls. So, is there any REAL benefit to a firewall that provides outbound protection?

Unless you’ve been living under a rock there is a good chance you’ve heard the term “cloud computing”. There are many pluses and minuses associated with using the “cloud” and the security and control of your data should be your primary concern. A new product, Polkast, aims to take the cloud out of the “cloud” and allow you easy access to your own data through mobile devices. Check it out!

Is this our Dear John letter to Microsoft? Windows 8 has some great improvements, but also many glaring errors. Many sites have discussed what they think is wrong, but here is a different take. Why so many “desktops”?

I do not like the hybrid, mix ‘n match concept one iota. For my desktop computer I want a pure desktop operating system. What are your thoughts?

One last final check (Malware presence) and one final thing you can do to protect your credit card account number and identity.

Part 2 –Everyone knows you buy things online, mostly by credit card. We enter those numbers in the box on the website and a box magically appears at your door a few days later. So simple. Instant gratification. What happens to the credit card numbers you enter? Are they safe or will some nameless person be receiving a “magic” box of their own – on your dime?

Everyone knows you buy things online, mostly by credit card. We enter those numbers in the box on the website and a box magically appears at your door a few days later. So simple. Instant gratification. What happens to the credit card numbers you enter? Are they safe or will some nameless person be receiving a “magic” box of their own – on your dime?

Have you ever considered what your family would go through trying to gain access to your various online accounts when you die?

Do you want to test Windows 8 without the fear of borking your current Windows installation? Installing Windows 8, or any other operating system, in a virtual machine is a handy way to try them out.