If you ever leave your computer unlocked or unattended either inside our outside the office you should know about this potential security exposure with Google Chrome. Every time Google Chrome prompts you to save your user name & password for a site it saves those details in your browser. But your passwords are not protected. … Read More
Java Security Update 7U25
Oracle has released security updates to Java. If you must use Java it is highly recommended that you install this latest update. Use the Offline download where possible to avoid the prompter asking to install the Ask or McAfee or other adware toolbar. Consider disabling Java in your browser. If you don’t use Java but have it … Read More
Matching a program with a file type
Sometimes after installing new software or due to changes in Windows, a certain file type no longer automatically launches with your preferred program. Here is one way to fix that. Right click a typical file and click Open with > Choose default program… Select your preferred program, set the Always use the selected program to … Read More
WIFI management tools
There are a number of free utilities (wifi anlayzer/scanner/inspector) available to assist with managing WIFI configuration. They allow one to find all wireless access points in range, check signal strength, choose a more optimal channel, show security strength and detect rogue devices. Nothing for iOS – it would appear that this type of tool won’t … Read More
Java Security Update 7u21
Oracle has released security updates to Java. If you must use Java it is highly recommended that you install this latest update. Use the Offline download where possible to avoid the prompter asking to install the Ask toolbar. Consider disabling Java in your browser. If you don’t use Java but have it installed it should be … Read More
Remote Desktop Connection Client for Apple OSX
Download and install the Remote Desktop Connection Client If using VPN, connect using credentials provided by your administrator (How to set up connection to a VPN) un Remote Desktop Connection Client for Mac, entering your computer name before clicking Connect