Leo’s expert recommendations for security software and techniques to stay safe.

It’s a common topic here on Ask Leo! and for a good reason. Not a day goes by that I don’t see somebody suffering for lack of a backup.

With Window Vista, Windows 7, and Windows 8, the operating system is available in two different “flavors:” 32-bit and 64-bit. I’ll look at why you’ll want one over the other and how to tell which one you already have.

I recently upgraded my primary desktop machine to Windows 8. I did so with some trepidation after hearing many complaints. My reaction: what’s all the fuss about?

So you gave your neighbors your network key – what can they see?

Traces of malware could be left in various places on a computer after a virus or spyware infection. First thing: don’t panic!

Stop forwarding those dumb emails,,,they’re mostly bogus and known as urban legends.

When I visit a web site, are they able to identify my IP address? If so, how can I block them from being able to identify me?

Leo looks at the possibility that ransomware can infect other drives connected to your computer and hold you at ransom.

You may still be getting viruses even though you run Norton because of your own computer habits. There are a few steps to take to increase security.