mobile technology

jeudi 9 avril 2020

Types of Anti-Virus Programs for Your Computer System

Today let's discuss some of the types of programs that are available to help you keep your computer system safe.
TYPES OF ANTI-VIRUS PROGRAMS AVAILABLE
It's pretty amazing how complex the subject of anti-virus programs can seem to be. It can be so very complicated that for most people it's almost impossible to figure it out. But for most people it's not necessary or even important to figure out all the technical details. You just need to know in general how they injure you so you can make the best decisions on what you personally need to remain unhacked and safe.
Maybe you are a serious person who uses a complex computer system for self-employment purposes and perhaps you have a small business with a computer system plus a highly interactive web site. In either case you really need to do a proper analysis to determine exactly how you are threatened and to take action before you are violated. Not after, Before. But don't even consider buying anything until you understand what you need and what the product that you are considering will do to keep you safe.
Let me back up a minute. Those familiar with my posts know that I tend to use terms like viruses and malware and not differentiate between them. I realize that is technically incorrect but feel that most people are not IT engineers and have no need for the difference. But for you purists out there let me print this: "Let's start with the differences between"viruses" and "malware." Viruses are a specific type of malware (designed to replicate and spread), while malware is a broad term used to describe all sorts of unwanted or malicious code. Malware can include viruses, spyware, adware, nagware, trojans, worms, and more. Aug 21, 2013" This from lifehacker.com
OK. Enough of that.

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lundi 6 avril 2020

Committing to a Cell Phone Plan - the Critical First Days

Many consumers have had the experience of hearing a sales pitch and being sufficiently impressed to purchase the goods or services, only to find that the reality was somewhat less than anticipated. When the purchase involves a device or service that we tend to rely on daily, and which potentially binds us to that service for years to come, this can be a very bitter pill to swallow. With cell phone plans that typically span two years, buyers need to be sure that the service as well as the phone itself will meet their expectations.

Smart shopping up front can certainly go a long way in assuring that consumers get the cell phone and service that they expect. Assuring that the cellular provider has adequate coverage in areas where an individual needs to routinely place or receive calls can help reduce the likelihood that dropped calls and gaps in coverage are problematic. Such issues are one of the most frequent reasons cited by dissatisfied customers who wish to terminate a cell phone plan early.

Reading the written contract is also critical to assure the service offered is as the sales person describes it. Despite what any sales person may say, it is the written contract that will determine what service the cellular provider can be held responsible for providing. Realizing, for instance, that roaming fees are added on to a frequently called long distance number only after an exorbitant bill is received, can be a painful experience. The wise consumer also keeps a copy of the contract on hand just in case discrepancies arise later.

However, even with a significant amount of investigation the experience of using a particular cell phone plan can still fail to meet the customer's expectations. Coverage may be available in a given area but the quality of the call may be poor. The phone itself may not perform well. The pricing for some calling features may be significantly different than what the consumer understood them to be during the sales process.

Because of the potential for such discrepancies in expectations versus realities, it is extremely critical for consumers to make full use of the assessment period they are allowed with most cell phone plans. Assuring that the plan purchased allows a 14-30 day trial period in which the phone can be returned or the plan can be cancelled without termination fees should be a factor in selecting the service. Again, this cancellation policy should be in written form within the contract.

Consumers should fully assess their new cell phone plan during the initial period to assure that it will meet their ongoing needs. Are calls of acceptable quality? Are calls dropped? Does the phone perform as expected? Users should also keep track of charges. Checking the bill online is possible in many instances rather than waiting for it to arrive in the mail. Certainly all problems can't be identified in such a short period of time, but many can. The critical first few weeks of a new cell phone plan are often all consumers have to allow them to assess and terminate if needed without penalties.