About Internet / Network Security: Is Your New Computer Pre-infected with Malware?

If you can't see this email, click here

Internet / Network Security Internet / Network Security Cybercrime Secure Win/Mac Social/Mobile From Andy O'Donnell, your Guide to Internet / Network Security You might think that your brand new out-of-the-box computer is nice and secure, but you might be wrong. In this week's featured article below we'll learn that some computers are already infected with malware before their owners even turn them on for the first time. Check out the articles below for more information: Is Your Brand New Computer Pre-infected with Malware? There have been recent reports of more and more new computers being pre-infected with malware before they even reach store shelves. This issue highlights the current lack of adequate supply chain security in portions of the computer industry... Read more See More About:  malware protection  computer security  rootkits Securing Your HomePlug Powerline Network A lot of people are opting to setup HomePlug Powerline networks in their homes. Powerline networks use your home's electrical wiring to carry network traffic to anywhere in your home... Read more How to Detect and Remove Wireless Freeloaders From Your Network Are wireless freeloaders sucking up all your bandwidth? How can you find out if someone is leeching off of your wireless network without your permission? In this week's featured article: How... Read more Are Shortened Links Dangerous? So you want to post a really adorable cat picture on a social media site, but the link is too long to fit in your post. What should you do?... Read more Internet / Network Security Ads Social Security Mac Virus Security Network Security Computer Security VPN Security Featured Articles Information and advice to help you use wireless networking securely Web Browser Security Information and Resources Secure Your Email and Protect Your PC From Phishing and Spam Pop-Up Ads and Spyware Security Security Alerts and Advisories Protect Your Computer System From All Forms of Malware   More from About.com Plan a Caribbean Vacation Whether you're planning a romantic escape, a girlfriend getaway, or an active family vacation we've got the resources you need. Read more...> How to Eat Locally Eating locally has many benefits, the food is fresher, tastes better, and has less environmental impact. But how can you get started? Read more...> This newsletter is written by: Andy O'Donnell Internet / Network Security Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Internet / Network Security newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Must Reads I've Been Hacked! Now What? Facebook Security - How to Stay Safe Wireless Hacker Secrets Revealed Google+ Privacy and Security Settings Protect Yourself Against Clickjacking   Follow me on: Advertisement