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    Et Tu, AVG?
    Version 8.0 Is NOT compatible with SpywareBlaster or Spybot 'immunize' features. The AVG people are well aware of this and sent this e-mail to a user in response to problems encountered, suggesting the following actions.. Dear Sir/Madam, According...
    Posted: May 09 2008, 10:09 AM by Mike Hall | with 1 comment(s)
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    Virus/Trojan or Hardware? A Few Tips...
    Your computer is acting up, and it's not always easy to tell. Some of the symptoms of a virus and/or Trojan are similar to what is seen as a hard drive sings its swan song. Question #1.. Was it always that way? Most computers when first supplied work...
    Posted: Oct 16 2007, 01:30 PM by Mike Hall | with no comments
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    Keeping parasites at bay..
    I would like to bring your attention to this subject. Users of SpyBot S&D and SpywareBlaster will know that both applications essentially immunize a system against incursion by parasites, assuming that the parasites are known to either application...
    Posted: Sep 17 2007, 08:52 AM by Mike Hall | with no comments
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    Spyware Removal..
    Spyware has become a major player in compromising computers, and the situation is not going to get better any time soon. It can introduce viruses, trojans and worms, and attempt to send out information about you. It is the unwelcome guest and needs to...
    Posted: Jan 03 2007, 07:14 AM by Mike Hall | with no comments
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