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Thursday, April 30, 2009

4 Reasons Why Netbooks Are the Choice of the Future

Ever thought about a really small, portable PC, not like a PDA, but a computer on which you could easily blog, surf the net, maybe play a small MMORPG from time to time? If so, a netbook is the right choice for you. This article will review four big reasons on why a netbook (or a cheap laptop if you prefer) is the choice of the future.

1. The price is low, while the machine isn't too slow!
You can get a netbook like acer's aspire or asus' eeepc for 300 bucks. You can get other laptops starting from about 400 USD if they are used, and if that's the case, they probably have no warranty.

2. The battery runs out in about eight(!!) hours.
You can surf the net forever on your netbook. Although the Intel Atom processor, that most netbooks have in them, is working like a 900mhz Celeron despite the fact that its frequency is 1800mhz, you can use web based applications.

3. Web-based applications are the future!
The servers will do the processing work. Most of the applications will be accessible directly through the internet, you'll just have to pay or watch commercials for them. On the other hand, there are speculations that servers will more often reduce the load of large JavaScript actions and make the users' computer to compute them. Bad for you, future netbook user.

4. A netbook is a stylish accessory.
It actually is. How does this go with netbooks being the choice of the future? You can interest the opposite sex with a clever looking netbook! Most of the users who put an emphasis on the style of their gadgets prefer pink netbooks or laptops if they can find ones.

With that said, you can list the pros and cons, choose between a laptop or a netbook. Although the differences aren't too big, the main advice is this: if you want to play games and use a lot of multimedia (films, music) on your new computer, try to score a bargain laptop, if you want a good internet computer, get a netbook.

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Virtumonde Removal

Virtumonde is one of the most common adware infections and one of the hardest to remove. I've you have been infected by this parasite, it can be nearly impossible to get rid of.

VIPRE can remove Virtumonde from infected PC's quickly and easily.

Learn more here: http://www.sunbeltsoftware.com/shout/virtumonde-removal.htm

Wednesday, April 29, 2009

PAntispyware09

PAntispyware09 is a phony antispyware software, designed to rip people off. PAntispyware09 should not be trusted, if your PC has been infected with this corrupt software, you should remove it immediately.



P Antispyware 09 is created by the same jerks who make WinSpywareProtect and SysAntivirus 2009, other nasty rogue antispyware created to scam people out of their money.

P Antispyware 09 makes it's way from computer to computer with the help of trojans like Zlob and Vundo. Once installed on a computer P Antispyware09 will continually deploy popups and fake system notifications to scare the user into thinking that his computer is infected and he needs to purchase PAntispyware09 to clean his machine. These security warnings, popups and alerts are completely fallacious statements, and are produced with a sole purpose to scam the user. The only real infection is the trojan that installed PAntispyware09 and PAntispyware09 itself.

Tuesday, April 28, 2009

Antivirus '09

Antivirus'09 is a rogue antivirus software designed to scam people out of their money. Antivirus'09 uses scare tactics to frighten people into buying the corrupt software. Antivirus '09 is a computer parasite and should be avoided. If Antivirus '09 is installed on your PC, you should remove it immediately.



Antivirus '09 was created by the same cyber thieves who created WinDefender 2008, another nasty rogue security software.

Antivirus '09 makes its way from computer to computer with the help of trojans, which are usually voluntarily installed by users because they are disguised as video codecs on various malicious websites. Once installed on a computer Antivirus'09 will run a system scan and return false infections in an attempt to make the user think their computer is badly infected and they need to take buy the full version of Antivirus '09 to clean it. Antivirus '09 will also display constant popups warning the user of infections and security alerts, these are falsified as well. Antivirus'09 is a complete scam, the security warnings are all false and should not be trusted. Antivirus'09 is an infection in itself and should be removed from infected systems as soon as possible.

Monday, April 27, 2009

Virus Sweeper

Virus Sweeper is a fake security software, or a rogue antispyware, designed to trick people into buying the software. Virus Sweeper is a complete scam and should be avoided. Computers that have Virus Sweeper installed should remove this PC parasite immediately.

Virus Sweeper is a new version of another nasty rogue - Virus Doctor. Virus Sweeper makes it's way from computer to computer via Trojans that display misleading alerts and security notifications. When these trojans are clicked they will automatically download and install Virus Sweeper.

Once installed and active, Virus Sweeper is configured to run automatically every time computer starts up. It performs a system scan and displays various bogus results. Virus Sweeper states that user's PC is seriously infected and has many security issues. Virus Sweeper also displays pesky pop-up windows and similar fake notifications that will drive the user mad. Because Virus Sweeper is always running it will decrease system performance and disorganize the functionally of legit security applications. It is very important to ignore all disinformation provided by Virus Sweeper and remove it from the system as soon possible. Virus Sweeper is a parasite and will not remove any infections. It's a scam designed to steal money from naive people.

Sunday, April 26, 2009

HomeAntivirus 2009

HomeAntivirus 2009 is a rogue antispyware, a complete scam that should not be trusted. Home Antivirus 2009 is from the same family as XP Antispyware 2009, another nasty rogue used by cyber thieves to scam people out of their money.


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HomeAntivirus 2009 makes it's way onto computer systems via Trojans that display warnings that state the computer is at risk. Once HomeAntivirus 2009 is installed on a PC it will install files on the system that are harmless, but will report back in a system scan as infections. HomeAntivirus 2009 displays falsified system scans and pop up warnings to frighten users into buying the software.

If you are infected, or have symptoms of HomeAntivirus 2009, you can use VIPRE Antivirus to quickly and easily remove HomeAntivirus 2009 from your computer.

Saturday, April 25, 2009

AV Antispyware

AV AntiSpyware is a fake security software, or a rogue antispyware, designed to scam people. AV Antispyware is a corrupt software created by cyber-thieves to rip people off, do not trust AV Antispyware, do not install this parasite on your PC, if your computer is infected with AV Antispyware, you should remove it immediately.



AV Antispyware was created by the same jerks who developed MS AntiSpyware 2009, another nasty rogue that should be avoided.

AV Antispyware makes it's way from PC to PC using Trojans which display fake security alerts stating that the computer is infected. When clicked, these alerts will automatically download and install AV AntiSpyware.

Once installed on a PC AV Antispyware will run a system scan which will state that the PC is infected and the user should purchase the full version of the software to clean the infections form the PC. These scan results are false, and only used as a scare tactic to frighten people into buying the corrupt software. AV Antispyware will continually display warnings and system alerts that are also fake to make the user think the system is badly infected. Many of the warnings AV Antispyware will display are made to look identical to warnings and system alerts used by Windows, do not be fooled, the real infection is AV Antispyware itself.

When AV Antispyware is installed on a computer system it will automatically start every time the computer is booted, which can cause the PC to be sluggish and the user can experience performance issues.

Friday, April 24, 2009

WiniBlueSoft

WiniBlueSoft is a fake antispyware software, or a rogue antispyware. WiniBlueSoft may sound cute and cuddly, but it is a nasty threat to any computer system. WiniBlueSoft should be avoided, do not buy this corrupt software and remove it from infected PC's immediately.

WiniBlueSoft makes it's way onto computer systems with the help of online advertisements offering online PC scanners that always manage to trick unsuspecting web visitors who don't realize these online PC scanners are fake. By offering a free PC scan these misleading advertisements will install WiniBlueSoft without the users permission or knowledge in most cases with one click.

Once installed, WiniBlueSoft will creates fake files on the computer, usually which it in turn reports to the user as malware during a system scan. These fake files are dropped and the system scan is run in an attempt to scare the user into thinking they need to buy the full version of the software to clean their machine. WiniBlueSoft will also inundate the user with annoying alerts and security notifications stating that the computer is infected.

Because WiniBlueSoft will run each time the computer boots, users may experience performance issues while this rogue is infecting the computer.

Thursday, April 23, 2009

Extra Antivirus

Extra Antivirus is a rogue antivirus software, or a fake security software. There are actually two rogue antivirus software applications with the same name, both are dangerous parasites that infect computer systems. Do not trust Extra Antivirus, do not buy this corrupt software, if your PC is infected, you should remove them immediately.

Here images of each Extra Antivirus rogue:





Rogue antivirus software usually makes it's way onto a computer system with the help of misleading advertising or trojans. Once installed on a PC Extra Antivirus and pretty much all rogue antispyware will display scan results, pop ups, system alerts and warnings that try to frighten the user into thinking their system is seriously infected and they need to buy the full version of the software to clean their computers. These system scans, popup warnings and alerts are all fake and only used to scam people into buying the software.

Wednesday, April 22, 2009

Extra Antivirus

Extra Antivirus is a rogue antivirus software, or a fake security software. There are actually two rogue antivirus software applications with the same name, both are dangerous parasites that infect computer systems. Do not trust Extra Antivirus, do not buy this corrupt software, if your PC is infected, you should remove them immediately.

Here images of each Extra Antivirus rogue:





Rogue antivirus software usually makes it's way onto a computer system with the help of misleading advertising or trojans. Once installed on a PC Extra Antivirus and pretty much all rogue antispyware will display scan results, pop ups, system alerts and warnings that try to frighten the user into thinking their system is seriously infected and they need to buy the full version of the software to clean their computers. These system scans, popup warnings and alerts are all fake and only used to scam people into buying the software.

If your PC is infected with Extra Antivirus, you should remove it immediately.

Tuesday, April 21, 2009

Internet Antivirus Pro Removed by VIPRE

Watch the video below to see how removing Internet Antivirus Pro is so easy with VIPRE!



Monday, April 20, 2009

Antivirus Agent Pro

Antivirus Agent Pro is a phony antispyware software, also know as a rogue antispyware. If your computer is infected with Antivirus Agent Pro, do not trust this corrupt software, do not buy it, instead remove it immediately.

Like all rogue antispyware, Antivirus Agent Pro is designed to rip people off. Antivirus Agent Pro uses scare tactics to frighten people into thinking their computer is badly infected with malware and they need to buy this software to clean their machines.



Antivirus Agent Pro makes it's way from PC to PC with the help of trojans that install this corrupt software usually without the users knowledge or consent. Once Antivirus Agent Pro is installed and active on a computer system it will immediately run a system scan and report infections that try to frighten people into buying the full version of the software to remove the infection. Unfortunately Antivirus Agent Pro is the infection itself. The program will continually display pop up windows stating the system is infected along with warnings and alerts that look like windows security alerts stating the system is infected.

If a user does fall for the scam and buys the software, they have just lost their money and they will quickly learn that the software is completely useless. Antivrus Agent Pro will not stop future infections and will not remove existing infections from a PC.

If your computer is infected with Antivirus Agent Pro, you should remove it immediately. VIPRE can remove Antivirus Agent Pro.

Sunday, April 19, 2009

PCAntimalware

PCAntimalware is a phony security software, also known as a rogue antimalware software. PCAntimalware is a complete scam, the software should not be trusted. If your computer is infected with the PCAntivmalware rogue, you should remove it immediately.



PCAntimalware was created by the same cyberthieves who created AntiMalwareSuite, another nasty rogue. PCAntimalware is just like most other rogue security software, it uses scare tactics to frighten people into buying the corrupt software.

PCAntiMalware makes it's way from PC to PC with the help of trojans that use misleading advertisements that look like security warnings telling users their computers are infected and they need to download PCAntiMalware to clean their machines. Once a user clicks on the advertisment, PCAntiMalware is instantly installed on the computer. Once PCAntiMalware is installed it will run system scans that return results telling the user the computer is infected and it needs to purchase the full version of the software to clean the machine. It will also display popups and system warnings stating the computer is infected. All these warnings are false and only used to get people to fall for the scam and buy the software. Once PCAntiMalware is purchased it is completely useless, it will not protect the PC from future infections and it will not remove any existing infections.

PCAntiMalware will also change the users browser setting to constantly show advertisements, display unwanted popups, connect to the internet and continually run which can cause the users PC to become sluggish. PCAntiMalware is a dangerous rogue that should be removed from infected PC's immediately.

Saturday, April 18, 2009

PCPrivacy Defender

PCPrivacy Defender is a rogue antispyware software. PC's infected with this corrupt software will experience browser setting changes, continual popups and advertisements, and sluggish PC performance. If your PC is infected with this parasite, you should remove it immediately.



PCPrivacy Defender makes it's way onto computer systems with the help of trojan viruses and misleading advertisements online. Once PCPrivacy Defender is installed on a computer it will perform a system scan and report multiple infections that are all fake. PCPrivacy Defender will also display popups and system warnings that alert the user to false system infections. These fake warnings and system alerts are an attempt to frighten users into buying the full version of the software to clean their computers.

Do not buy PCPrivacyDefender, it is an infection in itself. VIPRE can remove PCPrivacy Defender.

Friday, April 17, 2009

SystemProtector

SystemProtector is a rogue antispyware that should not be trusted. SystemProtector is a corrupt software that is designed to rip people off. Made by the same jerks who made SpyProtector, another nasty rogue that plagues the internet.



SystemProtector makes it's way from PC to PC with the help of trojans. Once System Protector is installed on a PC is will immediately perform a system scan and report multiple infections. This report is false, these infections are not real, only intended to frighten people into thinking their computers are seriously infected and they need to buy the full version of System Protector to remove the infections. This is a scam, do not buy System Protector, the software is corrupt and created to rip you off.

For more detailed explaination of what System Protector will do to a PC, Watch the video below:

Virus Shield 2009

Virus Shield 2009 is a phony security software, also known as a rogue antispyware. Virus Shield 2009 was created by cyber-thieves to rip people off. Virus Shield 2009 is a clone of Virus Doctor, another nasty rogue security software.



Virus Shield 2009 makes it's way from PC to PC with the help of Trojans and misleading advertisements claiming that users PC's are infected with viruses and spyware. Once Virus Shield has infected a PC it will preform a system scan and report multiple infections, which are all false. This falsified system scan in an attempt to make users think their PC is infected and they need to purchase a full copy of Virus Shield 2009 to remove the infections. The real infection is Virus Shield 2009. Along with the false system scans Virus Shield will also display false pop-ups and fake system alerts stating the PC is infected, again these are used to scare people into buying the software.

If your PC is infected with Virus Shield 2009 you should remove it immediately.

Thursday, April 16, 2009

CoreGuard Antivirus 2009

CoreGuard Antivirus 2009 is a phony antivirus software, also known as a rogue antivirus. CoreGuard Antivirus 2009 is a PC parasite that was created to rip people off.

CoreGuard Antivirus 2009 makes it's way from PC to PC with the help of Trojans and is one of the most annoying rogue security software applications to be infected with.

Once installed on a PC CoreGuard Antivirus 2009 will preform a system scan and report multiple infections, the results of this system scan are always false, intended to frighten people into thinking their PC's are seriously infected and the full version of CoreGuard Antivirus 2009 needs to be purchased to remove the infections. CoreGuard Antivirus 2009 will also detect other legitimate security software and attempt to remove them and will throw popups to the user alerting them of an attack, which is false as well.

CoreGuard Antivirus 2009 is a PC parasite that will continually badger the user with pop-ups and false alerts that are hard to remove until the program is removed. Purchasing this corrupt software will not remove the pop-ups and will not protect the PC from infections in the future.

If your PC is infected with CoreGuard Antivirus 2009, you shoudl remove it immediately. VIPRE can remove CoreGuard Antivirus 2009 easily.

Wednesday, April 15, 2009

PCPrivacy Defender Destroyed by VIPRE

Check out this video of VIPRE Antivirus + Antispyware taking down PC Privacy Defender, a nasty rogue antispyware!

Malware Catcher 2009

Malware Catcher 2009 is a fake antimalware software, or a rogue security software. Malware Catcher 2009 is designed to rip people off. Do not trust this corrupt software, do not buy Malware Catcher 2009, if your computer is infected with this parasite, you should remove it immediately.


Malware Catcher 2009 is created by the same jerks who created Virus Shield 2009 and Virus Sweeper, other nasty rogue antispyware programs that scams people out of their money.

Malware Catcher 2009 makes its way from PC to PC with the help of Trojan Viruses and misleading advertisements on corrupt websites that are made to look like online virus scanners. You should know all online virus scanners are fake - you can not scan your PC for viruses on random websites, only from software that is downloaded and installed on the computer.

Once Malware Catcher 2009 is downloaded and installed on a computer it will instantly run a system scan for infections. Malware Catcher 2009 will always report a whole host of infections, you should understand these infections the software says are on the computer are completely fake, designed to make you freak out and buy the full version of the software to remove the so-called infections from your computer. Malware Catcher will also show pop-ups and system warnings stating your computer is infected with viruses and other spyware, these warnings and alerts are false as well. All designed to get you to buy the software. Once Malware Catcher 2009 is purchased it's completely useless, it will not remove infections form your computer, and it will not prevent future infections.

If Malware Catcher 2009 is installed on your PC, you should remove it immediately. VIPRE can remove Malware Catcher 2009.

Tuesday, April 14, 2009

Virtumonde Removal - Watch How Simple it Can Be!

Virtumonde is one of the hardest adware infections to remove from a PC, not to mention one of the most annoying. Watch how easy removing Virtumonde can be with VIPRE Antivirus + Antispyware:

Crusader Antivirus or Spyware Crusader

Crusader Antivirus or Spyware Crusader is fake security software, also known as rogue antivirus. Crusader Antivirus does not remove spyware or viruses from infected computers and it does not stop malware or spyware from infecting a computer in the future. Do not trust Crusader Antivirus.



Crusader, created by Duck Force, is a typical run of the mill rogue, it uses trickery to get people to buy the full version of the software. When Crusader is installed on a PC it will immediately run a system scan and return a number of infections. These infections are fictitious and reported to frighten people into thinking their system is seriously infected and they need to buy the software. Crusader will also display popups and system warnings stating that the computer is infected.

If your system is infected with Crusader Antivirus or Spyware Crusader, you should remove it not. VIPRE will remove Spyware Crusader and any other malware without asking for credit card information.

Monday, April 13, 2009

Presto TuneUp

Presto TuneUp is a phony security software, designed to trick people into buying. Presto TuneUp is a rogue antispyware, do not trust this corrupt software, do not buy it and if your computer is infected with this Presto Tuneup, you should remove it immediately.



Presto TuneUp was created by the same cons who created Malware Catcher 2009, Virus Shield 2009, Extra Antivirus, Virus Sweeper, Virus Melt, Virus Alarm and other nasty infectious software.

Presto TuneUp usually makes its way from PC to PC with the help of Trojans or misleading advertising on shady websites that claim visitors computers are infected with fake online virus scanners. Once Presto TuneUp is installed on a computer system it will attempt to scare the user into thinking their computer has critical registry errors and insecure Internet activity with fake alerts and system warnings. These fake warnings are deliberately displayed to frighten people into thinking they need to buy the full version of Presto Tuneup to clean or fix the false errors and security issues on the machine.

If your PC is infected with Presto TuneUp, you should remove it immediately.

Sunday, April 12, 2009

Website Monitoring Service – Ready to help you

The Internet has been capable to change our lives. We can do almost everything online. Therefore, if you are interested in being part of this incredible world by running a website, you must pay attention to this article which will provide you some basic information about website monitoring service.
It is crucial that your website is ready to welcome your visitors. If this does not happen, you are likely to lose the opportunity to earn a lot of money through your site. Website monitoring service can offer you a perfect online external monitoring. If a problem arises, you must be the first person to know. To make informed decision, it is essential that you hire a website monitoring service.
Website monitoring services must be designed to involve a wide range of elements to function properly. Monitoring frequency is a vital factor to offer a professional service. Most clients can choose the frequency they want for their websites to be monitored. The most common ranges are from 1 to 60 minutes. Additionally, clients must be offered a reliable customer service to be in contact all the time. On the other hand, the company you have hired for providing you with website monitoring service must notify you about any failure or change.

Website monitoring service companies evaluate and monitor the availability, the response time and the relative performance of your site and the server's protocols. When a problem is identified by the website monitoring service, you will receive an alert. You will be notified about any change which happens during the monitoring procedure.
Many website monitoring service companies offer additional elements to catch the attention of visitors. For example, they create affiliate programs and offer pieces of advice to optimize the functioning of their clients' websites. These services ensure that your website works properly. Servers must be monitored for secured functioning.
Website monitoring services can make you save money and time because they watch your websites externally and ensure that they are available 24 hours a day. Website monitoring services provide clients with different features which are an ideal ally to improve their websites' presence online. Many companies which provide website monitoring service go beyond basic checking tasks. They also offer to monitor your website performance.
Reliable and professional website monitoring services are always cost-effective because they take care of your website. They avoid downtime periods and this makes your site a high-performance competitor on the Web. These monitoring services can be considered guardians of websites' integrity. Remember that they are the idyllic supporter to face problems online.
If you want a secure functioning for your website,a website monitoring service can provide you with the prefect help you need. You will certainly find the best website monitoring service that meets your requirements.

Fast Antivirus 2009

Fast Antivirus 2009 is a fake antivirus software. Fast Antivirus 2009 is designed to rip people off. If your computer is infected with Fast Antivirus 2009, you should remove it immediately.



Fast Antivirus 2009 will install itself onto a computer without the users knowledge or permission through the Vundo Trojan or other fake software. Once installed on a computer Fast Antivirus 2009 will preform a system scan and purposely issues misleading and exaggerated results in an attempt to frighten users into thinking their PC's are in need of fixing. These fake warnings are displayed with hopes that users will fall for the scam and buy the full version of Fast Antivirus 2009 to fix their computers. The only real threat to the PC is usually Fast Antivirus 2009 itself, when this corrupt antivirus software is installed on a computer it will cause the machine to slow down dramatically and will put the users privacy and data at risk.

It is important to remove Fast Antivirus 2009 from infected computers immediately. If your computer is infected with this parasite, you can remove it quickly and easily with VIPRE. 

Saturday, April 11, 2009

What To Look For In Anti-Spyware Solutions

With spyware such a serious threat, there are certain specific characteristics that must be expected from spyware or adware detection and removal software. Ideally, all antispyware solutions must do a complete PC clean.
Any software that picks up information from your computer without your awareness can be called Spyware. Some spyware just tracks your Internet connection and information related to your operating system. Other types of spyware pick up personal data like your browsing behavior and spies on your private files collecting data it can relay to outside parties.
Obviously most people wouldn't allow spyware into their computers. Most people do not mind some tracking of data, provided personal information is not included. But they don't appreciate their computer being spied upon without their approval. When there is no antispyware installed, spyware does worm its way into the computer and gathers information.
To avoid the spyware problem, what should we look for in an antispyware solution?
Basic Features To Look For
The antispyware software must have the tools that make it easy to detect and remove spyware and adware. Detailed descriptions must be provided after you scan your system so that you have the choice of deciding whether you want to delete or retain the entry. The antispyware must be able to auto update itself with the latest definitions of spyware. It must have the facility of auto scheduling so that you don't have to manually do it each time. If you happen to accidentally erase something, you should be able to reverse the action.
Effective And Ease Of Operation
Your antispyware must not only detect and remove spyware and adware but also be able to prevent spyware from getting into your computer. It must be able to remove the maximum kinds of spyware and adware. Above all, you must find the antispyware easy to use. The language used must not be so complicated that you spend your time just figuring out what they mean. The antispyware scan must be quick and run in the background. Customization should be easy. You should be able to scan specific parts of your computer. You should also be able to choose which items to exclude from scanning. While setting up and installing the antispyware software should be easy and quick to download and install.
The antispyware software should have a help file that is easy to consult. If your queries go beyond that, you should be able to get in touch with product customer support that responds satisfactorily. The right kind of antispyware can keep your pc spyware and adware free and protect your own privacy.

Friday, April 10, 2009

A Few Cool Photoshop Tips And Tricks, Part 1

When it comes to entering the graphic design world, creating interesting pieces for a job or sharing artwork with family and friends, there are plenty of cool Photoshop tips and tricks to consider. Whether you are just experimenting with the tools or already know how to layout a magazine spread, there will always be a new shortcut or trick to make life much easier. Below, you will find a few tips to add to your repertoire or share with others:
Easy Photoshop Tips and Tricks
Have you ever wanted to easily create the image of Earth and dread using the circle tool? There is an easy way to design the world in six steps, which should take less than a minute to complete. First, you should select File/New from the menu bar and create a file size that measures about 200 pixels by 200 pixels. The RGB mode should be selected for this trick. Next, choose a light blue shade for the foreground color and a darker blue for the background color.
Under the Filters tab, select Render, and then choose Clouds. The scene that will greet you should look a lot like the sky. It is the clouds filter that utilizes the foreground and background colors needed to construct this image in your file. If you desire a different look, you can press Ctrl + F on Windows or Command + F for a Mac to reapply the filter. Each time this key combination is pressed, you will receive a somewhat different outcome.

Now, return to the Filter menu and select Render, and then choose Lighting Effects. Once you enter the Light Effects menu, you are able to alter the shape of the ellipse to a circle that becomes centered on your file. Changing the Narrow setting to 39 next follows choosing the Default Spotlight setting.
Sometimes a Photoshop project calls for texture. There are thousands of backgrounds to create that range from a grainy composition to a multi-faceted mess (depending on the look you are going for). To create a paper texture in Photoshop, you should start a new file that measures 60 x 60 pixels. The color should be in RGB. Next, select the following commands in this same order: Filter, Noise, Add Noise. Once completed, choose Gaussian, which is set to 80%.
The next step to create a paper texture is to select Filter, then Stylize, followed by Emboss. The angle should be set to -50, the Height to 2 pixels, and the Amount to 70%. The background will now resemble a gray embossed selection. To change the color, choose Image, then Adjust, followed by Hue-Saturation-Brightness. Once you select the Colorize checkbox, you should set the Hue to a different setting. To gain your personal preference, you can adjust the contrast.
To create the appearance that objects are glowing without using any filters, choose an object to work with that will be duplicated as a layer. First, select the color you'd like your glow to be. After choosing the lower duplicate, click on Edit from the menu, then Stroke. When the Stroke Options appear, the pixel width should be set between 1 and 16. It is important to remember that the larger number you choose, the thicker the glow will appear.
Before exiting, you should glance under Location to make sure that the Outside option is selected. The next step involves applying a Gaussian Blur to the layer, which can be found under the Blur option in Filters. This will soften the glow applied to the layer. Some individuals even repeat the process to create a double glow, which is some cases, can really make an image stand out.

Thursday, April 9, 2009

Spyware Protection for Dummies

Spyware is software that is installed onto your computer without your knowledge. Everyone that accesses the internet is at risk but you can protect yourself using spyware protection.
Spyware software installs on your computer and then reports back to its owner on your internet activities. These spyware programs can prove to be potentially dangerous and some come in the form of keyloggers which will actually record all the keystrokes you make on your computer, this can include personal details, passwords, and even back details. In order to prevent this from happening you need to install a spyware removal tool onto your computer. A spyware blocker will stop spyware from being installed on your computer and will also alert you of any potentially dangerous websites if you go to access them.
Spyware removal software is available as both free spyware software and paid spyware software. Both have advantages and disadvantages, but having a spyware blocker installed on your computer is definitely a necessity if you intend to access the internet.

How to Recognize Spyware
If you suddenly notice a change in your computer, for example pop up advertisements suddenly appearing, your internet home page changing unexpectedly, or maybe your computer is just running very slowly, then you may have been infected by spyware software.
Spyware protection is vital if you use the internet and some of the spyware blocker software will allow you to scan your computer and remove these programs. Other spyware blocker software will run in the background of your computer and prevent spyware software from being installed.

If you suspect that your computer may be infected with spyware software, you will need to install a spyware removal tool immediately to help prevent any further damage taking place. Remember it's not just your computer at risk, with spyware it can also be your personal details and passwords.

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