Can I just look over your shoulder at what you’re doing?

Let’s say you just got that nice cup of java, you start up the computer and … you hear, “excuse me, you don’t know me but I would like to just stand here and watch what you’re doing and maybe copy down a few things you type.  Would that be okay?”  If you are using FREE WIFI that does not require a password that is likely what is happening to you via someone in the same JAVA cafe or any place with FREE WIFI.  It is likely you doubt it, well, there is a place on the web that has a piece of software that is installed in seconds and there you go, you’re watching the screens of the computers using the FREE WIFI and it is downloaded at rate of 1000′s per minute!

Not to worry as there is a FREE way to not agree to that previous question and the instructions are here: Setup a VPN

Denial-of-Service Attack, steps to prevent

If you arrived at this post directly please check out the EzineArticle on this that explains how this type of attack works.   Here are several steps to take.

1. Firewall; since there are multiple ways to disable and stop a Firewall from doing its job it is important to have a robust firewall installed on the computer.  There are at least three 3rd party firewalls, free for use on a personal computer, that meet this requirement.  We have quick links available; to reach them please create a free user account via the sign-in page and locate the Firewall Button to access information on each one and to download.  [For reference; the 3rd Section of the C.A.L.M. Manual has detailed instructions on how to install this Software.]
2. Testing; once the new Software is installed you can test how well your computer ports are protected.  These are the doorways into your computer from the Internet.  Log-in with your newly created user account and click on the Firewall Testing button for detailed instructions.

Be sure the Windows Firewall is disabled once the new Firewall is installed.  To verify go to the Control Panel.  Windows XP; Left-Click on Start, Left-Click on and when it opens Left-Click on .   If not already set, select the OFF (Not Recommended) option, not to worry since the 3rd Party Firewall is now serving this roll.  And to verify this close all these windows and locate the Firewall Icon in the Systray at the bottom right of the computer.  Double-Left-Click on it or Right-Click on it and Left-Click its control panel from to the pop-up menu to open.  This new window should give the current status of the Firewall.  Windows Vista; Left-Click on  and type in Security Center, press ENTER.  Left-Click on Windows Firewall and choose the option and ignore any warnings that appear.  [See the Firewall 3rd Section in the Manual for more detail.]

Detail Firewall Testing instructions are available in the free-to-register portion of the website.  The 3rd Party Software is included since it is free for home use, enjoys a strong user approval and has tested top of its class in defeated outside kill tests.

A future article to be posted will discuss the other necessary step of checking the modem settings if you have a DSL or cable modem.