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FReeper Canteen ~ Technology Tuesday ~ Canteen Computer Resource Center Pt.1 ~ 20 Sep2005
El Gran Salseron;GummyIII;Canteen Crew
Posted on 09/19/2005 7:33:53 PM PDT by MoJo2001
Canteen Computer Resource Center |
H E L P D E S K |
The Idea |
Welcome to the Canteen Help Desk! We hope you are ready for some serious Computer information. For the next month (or however long folks can stand this), we're going to be focusing on Computer/Technology on Tuesdays.There are so many changes that affect how you surf the web, monitor your computer's performance, and viruses that can endanger your fun. We're here to provide information, tools, tips, and hopefully a fun experience. And guess what? You don't have to travel to India to get the information. It's all right here at the click of a mouse. How convenient is that?
Cost: Free |
The Experts |
MoJo would like to introduce our Canteen Experts. And ignore them if they tell you they aren't experts. MoJo and Ma most certainly believe they're experts. That's all you need, right? El Gran Salseron and GummyIII have been gracious with their time, energy, resources, and knowledge. If you have any questions for our experts, please FReepmail them to MoJo2001. Without them, this wouldn't be possible!! GummyIII gives us a rundown on software that is very useful!! While El Gran answers questions that many folks would like answers to!! Oh! Have I mentioned that MoJo totally (borrowed) these tables from GummyIII? She's totally awesome! Cost: Free (although, you can send them a check if you'd like) Have I mentioned they're located in America? Makes life more convenient, huh? |
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T H E E X P E R T S |
El Gran Salseron (Expert on duty) Q. How can I get rid of pop up Ads running Windows 2000? |
If the user has WinXP with Service Pack 2 installed then there is a built-in pop-up blocker. In Internet Explorer click on "Tools"/"Pop-Up Blocker" and click "Turn On Pop-Up Blocker" on the drop-down menu.
If the user does not have WinXP with Service Pack 2 but Win2K, as indicated, installed then it may be an issue with "Messenger Service" which is separate and apart from MSN Messenger or Windows Messenger Service. Messenger Service is for sys admins on networks but low-down, dirty adware companies exploit the service by sending undesirable pop-ups. The user can right-click My Computer and click on Manage. Click the plus sign in front of Services and Applications. Click Services. Scroll down on the right-hand pane and find "Messenger." Double-click it and click the Stop button. Click the drop-arrow next to Startup Type and click on Disabled. Click Apply. Click OK. Exit the Computer Manager.
Otherwise, there has to be a program installed. The best I have found is a freeware program named Pop-Up Stopper at http://www.panicware.com but you have to be sure to get the freeware version of that program and not the other stuff they sell. It is very small and doesn't take much system memory if that is the concern. |
Q. What is the difference between a Trojan and worm? |
Actually, a trojan can be a worm and vice-versa but usually not. However, the distinction is that a trojan is a malicious program that is hidden in a supposedly "clean" program or file. A trojan is usually used by hackers. It is used to take control of the computer so that the hacker can "use" that computer to send viruses, or other malware to other computers/sites, etc. Hence the name trojan. A trojan will keep itself hidden because it does not want to be detected and as far as the user is concerned it doesn't exist because it causes no easily apparent ill effects. It is estimated that most unprotected computers have trojans on them and the users are unaware of their existence.
When a site unexpectedly goes down it is usually because of a DoS attack or Denial of Service attack. That means that a hacker who has control of 300 computers or so tells the computers to bombard a particular site with info. When a site gets bombarded with so much info it effectively shuts down the site. A DoS attack is done with a trojan installed on hundreds of computers throughout the world, literally. Otherwise, the trojan goes to sleep until the hacker tells it to wake up.
A worm is malicious and can "worm" its way throughout the computer and infect many files on the computer. It also usually has the capability to detect the network and infect all of the computers on the network. Hence the name worm. Worms make themselves known because they will cause problems and sometimes make the computer inoperable. |
S P Y W A R E |
Spybot Search and Destroy ![](http://i.i.com.com/cnwk.1d/sc/20848563-2-120-0.gif) ![](wpe8.gif) |
CNET says, in it's review: Once again, Spybot Search and Destroy is our Editors' Choice. It's free, without even an annual subscription for the periodic file updates, and it offers both basic and advanced modes and includes the widest variety of customization of the five anti-spyware products we reviewed. New in this version are automatic updates. In our informal tests, Spybot was thorough, rooting out even obscure spyware. If you're new to the spyware threat, it can't hurt to download a free (no strings attached) copy of Spybot to see whether your system is infected.
Cost: Free (donations accepted) |
Spy Sweeper ![](boxshot_ongrn_ss.gif) ![PC Mag Award](award_trans_pcmag.gif) |
CNET says, in it's review: If you want to set and forget your antispyware updates and scans, Spy Sweeper's the app for you.Effective, reliable, and swift, this anti-spyware utility stands near the top of its class....Spy Sweeper's Quarantined section will let you restore any components should certain programs cease to function properly after a system scan....Unlike some of its competitors, Spy Sweeper isn't free, but this is definitely a piece of software we consider worth the money...Unlike the free antispyware apps, almost all of Spy Sweeper's functions can be automated. It can scan your system, update spyware definitions, delete quarantined files after a set time frame, and check all incoming files without you having to lift a finger. Cost: Free 30-day trial and $29.95 to buy (This is very easy to use, making it a good choice for new users.) |
A N T I V I R U S |
AVG ![](http://images.google.com/images?q=tbn:kyF310oeLlsJ:www.encaletado.com/topocho/images/2004-12-18-grisoft-antivirus-free.jpg) |
According to Grisoft: AVG Free Edition is the well-known antivirus protection tool [which] is available free of charge to home users for the life of the product. Rapid virus database updates are available for the lifetime of the product, thereby providing the high level of detection capability that millions of users around the world trust to protect their computers. AVG Free is easy to use and will not slow your system down (low system resource requirements). Highlights include automatic update functionality, the AVG Resident Shield, which provides real-time protection as files are opened and programs are run, free Virus Database Updates for the lifetime of the product, and AVG Virus Vault for safe handling of infected file Cost: Free |
HouseCall (Online only) ![HouseCall Free Scanner](hclogo.gif) ![HouseCall Free Scanner](spy-logo.gif) |
TrendMicro says: Give your PC a health-check while you surf the Web! HouseCall is a real-life demonstration of the power of the web-based technologies that Trend Micro is developing to make deployment and management of virus protection fast and easy. An innovative tool for scanning & cleaning viruses and checking your system for other security issues, HouseCall is based on Java Technologie that allows to support almost every platform, for which Trend Micro builds Security Solutions. Cost: Free, but online use only. These will not prevent viruses and spyware from gaining access to your computer, but they are great for cleaning those which aren't "cleanable" with other software programs. Boot into "Safe Mode with Networking" by hitting F8 as you boot up, then surf to these sites to use them. |
F I R E W A L L |
Zone Alarm ![Zone Labs Home](mainZLlogo.gif) |
ZoneAlarm is free for individual and not-for-profit charitable entity use (exluding governmental entities and educational institutions). Using this in conjunction with a good anti-virus and a good anti-spyware will give your computer maximum protection for minimum cost. Download.com says: ZoneAlarm is designed to protect your DSL- or cable-connected PC from hackers. This program includes four interlocking security services: a firewall, an application control, an Internet lock, and Zones. The firewall controls the door to your computer and allows only traffic you understand and initiate. The application control allows you to decide which applications can and cannot use the Internet. The Internet lock blocks Internet traffic while your computer is unattended or while you're not using the Internet, and it can be activated automatically with your computer's screensaver or after a set period of inactivity. Zones monitor all activity on your computer and alert you when a new application attempts to access the Internet.
Cost: Free (For other versions, which are good and include various suites, see reviews and links.) |
Misc Items |
To get a complete rundown on how to fix your computer issues and external links that El Gran Salseron has provided, please click here to view it. Thank you El Gran Salseron for all the hardwork. By the way, absolutely ignore the Disclaimer section that mentions Mojo by name. Thank you!As issues arise or interest steadily comes in, El Gran Salseron will probably update the website with further links. In order to do so, you must sign your life savings over to him. (hehe! Just kidding!) Here's a few things to look forward to next week!
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T A P |
Computer Lingo Are you down with all the computer lingo used at FR and elsewhere?Software Check in to see what other programs GummyIII suggests! |
Ask The Experts For those of you that sent in questions, we'll provide the answers if we can. Have all questions in by Friday of this week please! Best Places Online For Shopping and Deals! Everyone likes to save money! Tune in next week! |
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K N O W |
Before we meet again next week, here's some assignments. We'll provide answers next week. Q. What is the difference between malware and adware? Or is there a difference? Q. The best selling software program of 2004 was? |
Q. What is a binary? Q. What is a data bus?
Q. Which is bigger a terrabyte or a gigabyte? |
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Disclaimer: Do you ever wonder why companies always put disclaimers at the bottom of their pages? And then they expect you to read the *fine print* as well? Well, this is done for a reason. It allows them to make up a bunch of unecessary rules and BS that no one will read nor thinks about reading. As a matter of fact, the disclaimers are really *Dating Ads* that those anonymous computer geeks put out to the general public. It's a way to get them a date via their disclaimers. It's risk free and also a sure way to ensure that their name will appear in the ad somewhere. If you have no idea what I'm talking about, then you totally understand the ideas about disclaimers. They're useless for the most part. |
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To: Kathy in Alaska; MoJo2001; LUV W; mylife; All
Wouldn't it be cool if they were out signing the papers and celebrating? You don't know how cool!!
Full price, conventional, closing mid-November (plenty of time to find another place)...the only draw-back is that their offer is contingent on the sale of their place. No celebrating yet, they have until tomorrow afternoon to accept our counter - after sinking nearly 18 Grand into 'upgrades', we aren't going to replace all the interior doors, too.
Nana says she's not worried, she's turned that all over to the Lord...it's all gonna be fine!
701
posted on
09/20/2005 7:00:42 PM PDT
by
HiJinx
(~ Plug the Dike ~ Drain the Swamp ~)
To: LUV W
Howdy!
No need to send the posse lookin' fer me. I'm still alive and well.......minus a little of my sanity maybe. hehehe!
Hope all's been well with you.
*HUGZ*
702
posted on
09/20/2005 7:01:08 PM PDT
by
radu
(May God watch over our troops and keep them safe)
To: LUV W
Yeah I think she'll be fine with that.
She's been called a lot worse by the libtards on the MRT forum! LOL!
703
posted on
09/20/2005 7:02:01 PM PDT
by
txradioguy
(In Memory Of My Friend 1SG Tim Millsap A Co. 70th Eng. K.I.A. 25 April 2005)
To: Kathy in Alaska
We did have a great show and educated people on how to support our troops-what their needs are and we asked for prayers.I went on the air with patton.
704
posted on
09/20/2005 7:02:02 PM PDT
by
fatima
To: tomkow6; MoJo2001
Too funny!
705
posted on
09/20/2005 7:02:18 PM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
(~ www.ProudPatriots.org ~ Operation Semper Fi ~a field hospital~)
To: radu; All
HEY! It's
RADU!!!!How ya doin????
706
posted on
09/20/2005 7:02:30 PM PDT
by
tomkow6
(~ www.ProudPatriots.org ~ Serving Those Who Serve Us ~ ...)
To: HiJinx
Hey, that sounds like some good news might be coming in the near future!
They want you to replace the doors! Good grief--that's way over the top IMO!
If Nana's not worried, then I think everything will be good!
707
posted on
09/20/2005 7:03:39 PM PDT
by
luvie
(The promise of faith is not the absence of suffering; it is the presence of grace..GWBush)
To: radu
Hi, Radu!! Did you see my "pitchers"? Post 659. Good to see you!!
708
posted on
09/20/2005 7:03:54 PM PDT
by
GummyIII
(If you have the ability, it's your responsibility." Marine Sgt. John Place, Silver Star recipient)
To: radu
((((hugs)))
Everything is just dandy with me! How are all the kitties?
709
posted on
09/20/2005 7:04:46 PM PDT
by
luvie
(The promise of faith is not the absence of suffering; it is the presence of grace..GWBush)
To: HiJinx; Kathy in Alaska
We need to chat on the phone if you are available.
However, I am eating cupcakes at the moment. So? Um, let me know while I'm eating.
710
posted on
09/20/2005 7:05:30 PM PDT
by
MoJo2001
(www.proudpatriots.org (Support Our Troops)...)
To: Kathy in Alaska
North of Humble, ( pronounced, umble, silent H, ) should be pretty safe from the storm surge. Maybe local flooding from rain but nothing severe. Maybe some wind damage. Humble is just on the outer edge of where the hills start and mucho trees. They should be pretty well protected.
We'll make a decision tomorrow after we see the size/intensity/location. We are prepared. If we do leave I'll have the laptop with me but don't know about connectivity wherever we go and if we go. We're quite a bit West of downtown Houston and kind of on a plain that is higher than downtown. Maybe local flooding but not from storm surge. Maybe wind damage. The biggest concern would be the tornadoes that are spawned. Son is in Austin. Maybe we'll pay him a visit.
I don't look forward to driving to Austin with then having to spend an extended period with the DIL. :-) Son, ( her husband, ) is out of town for the week and wouldn't be able to get back here until Saturday but that is doubtful now so I'm going to get stuck with her, her son and their dog.
What have I done to deserve this?
ROFL
711
posted on
09/20/2005 7:05:45 PM PDT
by
El Gran Salseron
(The comments of this poster are meant for self-amusement only. Read at your own risk. :-))
To: LUV W
Yes, he has already bought a house in Dallas and his children are in, get this, PRIVATE SCHOOL!
Ya just can't make this stuff up!
ROFL
712
posted on
09/20/2005 7:07:22 PM PDT
by
El Gran Salseron
(The comments of this poster are meant for self-amusement only. Read at your own risk. :-))
To: txradioguy
It is still hard for me to believe that there are people like that in Midland! Everyone I know is very conservative--especially where I work!
I waited on Don Evans's wife yesterday. That was so cool!
713
posted on
09/20/2005 7:07:52 PM PDT
by
luvie
(The promise of faith is not the absence of suffering; it is the presence of grace..GWBush)
To: MoJo2001; Kathy in Alaska
714
posted on
09/20/2005 7:08:14 PM PDT
by
HiJinx
(~ Plug the Dike ~ Drain the Swamp ~)
To: tomkow6
Ya know what happens when a female lands on 666?
![](http://images14.fotki.com/v224/photos/9/99815/2427106/haltom3-vi.jpg)
Nope, but here's what happens to Burkaman.
To: tomkow6
Hiya tomkow! *HUGZ*
I'm hangin' in there, best I can.
Settled down for a bit to see who the new lead singer will be with INXS. I kinda hate "Rockstar INXS" is going to end tonight. It's been a fun competition.
How've you been, my lunatic Friend? Been keepin' out of trouble or spending time in the Time Out Corner? *g*
716
posted on
09/20/2005 7:11:00 PM PDT
by
radu
(May God watch over our troops and keep them safe)
To: bentfeather
HOWLING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
717
posted on
09/20/2005 7:11:46 PM PDT
by
GummyIII
(If you have the ability, it's your responsibility." Marine Sgt. John Place, Silver Star recipient)
To: bentfeather
.........you are sooooooooooo mean!
..... may you MOLT 'til the CUBS win the WORLD SERIES!!!!!
718
posted on
09/20/2005 7:12:21 PM PDT
by
tomkow6
(~ www.ProudPatriots.org ~ Serving Those Who Serve Us ~ ...)
To: GummyIII
Howdy Gummy! No, I haven't seen your "pitchers" yet.
I'll go take a peek.
719
posted on
09/20/2005 7:12:28 PM PDT
by
radu
(May God watch over our troops and keep them safe)
To: El Gran Salseron
No you couldn't make it up--it would seem too farfetched to be reality!
I can see him asking the mayor of Dallas if they can just become co-mayors together. What a nutjob! LOL!
How're the Bosses? How are the ones in your family who have had to deal with the aftermath of Katrina?
720
posted on
09/20/2005 7:12:33 PM PDT
by
luvie
(The promise of faith is not the absence of suffering; it is the presence of grace..GWBush)
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