I see it every Fall, a new computer repair company starts offering their services on a domain oddly similar to GainesvilleComputer.com. Whether they are trying to ‘borrow’ our good reputation or just looking for an extremely long domain name we’ll never know for certain. What I do know is this: a virus infection can rarely be…
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05-19-2011
Update: Apple has released security update 2011-003 which should remove most instances of this malware automatically. Details about the removal process provided by this security patch can be found here. You should receive this update automatically the next time your computer checks for system software updates. In addition, Apple Support document HT4650 outlines Apple’s recommended…
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05-20-2010
I am often asked by clients “How do I know if a website is safe to visit?” The reality, unfortunately, is that you don’t. Even by using the very best anti-virus software and the most up-to-date browser, you can still be susceptible to viruses and other malware. Without locking a computer down to a point…
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