privatenavigator http://www.privatenavigator.com It can be a scary world if you're not well-armed Thu, 29 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000 en hourly 1 Safe Internet Surfing is Something That Must Be Taught http://www.privatenavigator.com/2011/09/29/safe-internet-surfing-is-something-that-must-be-taught/ http://www.privatenavigator.com/2011/09/29/safe-internet-surfing-is-something-that-must-be-taught/#comments Thu, 29 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.privatenavigator.com/&p=36 People hear about the dangers of surfing the web all the time. The problem with this is that no one ever teaches them how to search the web safely. A lot less people would get PC viruses if they only knew how to search the web.

It takes a certain amount of knowledge to safely navigate on the internet. A little guidance is needed to help people with surfing. They must realize that it is not wise to click on links just because they sound good. Lots of these pages can be viruses that hijack web browsers and completely disable computers.

It’s good to get someone that knows how to use the internet to show others about threats. Sometimes there are search results that do not lead to the correct sites. People have to look at more than header or subject that shows up in the search results. They also have to pay attention to the link. The link may lead to a bad site that is corrupt or no longer available.

Some people get virus prevention software that will give a message if the site is dangerous. Filters like this will help some web surfers develop better surfing habits.

]]> http://www.privatenavigator.com/2011/09/29/safe-internet-surfing-is-something-that-must-be-taught/feed/ 0 How to Choose Keywords to Surf Websites Properly http://www.privatenavigator.com/2011/09/27/how-to-choose-keywords-to-surf-websites-properly/ http://www.privatenavigator.com/2011/09/27/how-to-choose-keywords-to-surf-websites-properly/#comments Tue, 27 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.privatenavigator.com/&p=35 Tons of people use to the internet to search for information. Most people do not realize that the search results are all about the keywords that they use. This is what determines whether you will find what you are looking for.

It’s best to use commas sometimes if you searching for something specific. It’s rare for the web to yield results from an exact keywords. It’s better to add multiple words broken up by commas. It is also important to make sure that the words are spelled correctly.

The best possible way for users to surf properly is through keywords that would be used as internet buzzwords. It’s much easier to search for general phrases first. There are times when you can use a common phrase like “television” as you look for TV shows. You can use a search within this search to define what the type of show that you are actually looking for.

It is important to find a site that allows you to pick results based on the type of content that you need. You may need pictures. You might want video. You may even need news footage. The content filter helps you obtain better search results.

]]> http://www.privatenavigator.com/2011/09/27/how-to-choose-keywords-to-surf-websites-properly/feed/ 0 Learn Internet Surfing Tips to Steer Clear of Online Scams http://www.privatenavigator.com/2011/09/23/learn-internet-surfing-tips-to-steer-clear-of-online-scams/ http://www.privatenavigator.com/2011/09/23/learn-internet-surfing-tips-to-steer-clear-of-online-scams/#comments Fri, 23 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.privatenavigator.com/&p=34 The internet can be a murky place. From online scams to viruses that infect your computer, it is essential to constantly be alert and aware of what kind of website you are visiting. Many make the mistake of trusting a website and end up losing their computer or their personal information to a scam. There some tips and tricks to help you stay away from the bad websites.

The first and most important is always check the web address.This/tag helps explain it more. If you get an email that claims to be from Ebay but directs you to a website that isn’t Ebay.com it is important to leave immediately. Even if the website looks like Ebay. The scammer has attempted to piggyback on the trust that you have for the online business. Don’t fall prey to this simple scam that gets most people.

Another tip is to constantly have anti-virus running on your computer. Online scammers don’t need your cooperation to get your information. If you leave your system open and vulnerable, they will take advantage. It is like leaving your door unlocked! It is way too easy to get information about you including your credit card info. Following these simple steps will help keep you out of trouble on the internet.

]]> http://www.privatenavigator.com/2011/09/23/learn-internet-surfing-tips-to-steer-clear-of-online-scams/feed/ 0 Keeping Your Kids Safe on the Web http://www.privatenavigator.com/2011/09/16/keeping-your-kids-safe-on-the-web/ http://www.privatenavigator.com/2011/09/16/keeping-your-kids-safe-on-the-web/#comments Fri, 16 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.privatenavigator.com/?p=32 So your kids have reached an age where they’re online a lot and you’re concerned about their safety. The information age is changing things and you’ve got to be prepared to protect them online with the internet clear service, too. Here are the best ways to go about it
Get Some Software: There’s tons of free and paid software available that will track your kids’ websites and passwords for you so you don’t have to guess what they’re doing online. As long as they know what you’re up to you shouldn’t feel guilty about being proactive.
Talk to Them: It’s important to sit down and have a conversation with your kids about what’s expected of them online. Talk not only about online predators but about the way information can be stolen, too, so they won’t risk ruining their fledgling credit.
Monitor Their Time: Make sure you’ve got a limit for online time in your house – no child should spend hours each day in front of a computer. For ages 12-14 one hour per day is recommended and it can be upped to 2 hours for older children to chat and do schoolwork.

]]> http://www.privatenavigator.com/2011/09/16/keeping-your-kids-safe-on-the-web/feed/ 0 How to Surf Internet Safely and Still find what you Want http://www.privatenavigator.com/2011/06/26/how-to-surf-internet-safely-and-still-find-what-you-want/ http://www.privatenavigator.com/2011/06/26/how-to-surf-internet-safely-and-still-find-what-you-want/#comments Sun, 26 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.privatenavigator.com/&p=31 The World Wide Web is full of so much useful information and it is unusual for a person to find not exactly what they are looking for. With all the great information the Internet provides comes a few dangers. It is important to follow a few simple steps to protect yourself when surfing the web.

First it is very important to keep your virus protection up to date and active on your computer. Many different types of virus protection are available ranging from free to a few hundred dollars. It is best to compare the products and see which would be most useful to you. Virus protection programs can see things you cannot and will keep your computer free of online attacks.

Another important tip is to never provide personal information when requested by email. Many spoof emails exist that appear that they come from a bank or other financial institution that need you to update your records. If you receive one of these emails it is best to contact that business and verify the information to avoid your information being stolen.

Lastly never click on anything in a web page that you did not open. If in doubt close out of your web browser completely and restart your work. By keeping these few tips in mind you will keep yourself and your family safe online.

]]> http://www.privatenavigator.com/2011/06/26/how-to-surf-internet-safely-and-still-find-what-you-want/feed/ 0 Drugs and the Internet http://www.privatenavigator.com/2011/01/26/drugs-and-the-internet/ http://www.privatenavigator.com/2011/01/26/drugs-and-the-internet/#comments Wed, 26 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000 mgeedey http://www.privatenavigator.com/?p=21 There have been a lot of reports lately about online pharmacies selling counterfeit drugs. If you are as alarmed about that act as much as most people, you might take comfort in the knowledge that the government is actually taking action against such insult to unsuspecting buyers.In a release dated January 21, 2011, the Department of Justice stated that recently a Costa Rica man (extradited to Kansas City, Kansas) was charged with (and plead guilty to) operating an Internet pharmacy that sold 1.4 million worth of “misbranded and counterfeit drugs as well as controlled substances.”Manuel Calvelo, 37, was arrested in Puerto Rico and extradited to Kansas where he pled guilty to one count of conspiracy to defraud the United States and one count of conspiracy to commit drug trafficking.In his plea he admitted that between the years 2005 and 2008 he and another man operated more than one web site offering drugs without a prescription (that were in fact misbranded or counterfeit) to customers in the United States in direct violation of the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act.Some of the brand names offered on Calvelo’s site included Viagra, Depakote, Glucophage, Zoloft, Lipitor, Cialis, Xanax, Ativan and Klonopin; as well as controlled substances including Alprazolam (sold under the brand name Xanax), Lorazapam (Ativan) and Clonazepam (Klonopin).The Department of Justice reported that in 2007 an undercover agent from the Food and Drug Administration’s Office of Criminal Investigations made purchases from Calvelo’s Web sites. The agent later contacted Calvelo through the Costa Rica Off-Shore Business Center posing as a pharmaceutical wholesaler in the United States seeking to establish an on-line pharmacy.Sentencing is set for May 3, 2011 with Calvelo facing a penalty of up to five years in a federal prison and a fine up to 250,000. Not much when you consider the people that were relying on the efficacy and viability of the drugs they purchased from him.Viagra and its jokes aside, Klonopin is used for seizure control and Glucophage is used for those trying to control diabetes two medications that surely should never be altered.

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  • Personal Firewall which acts as a filter with customized rules that serve to eliminate undesired or suspicious incoming traffic it serves as a “wall” that repels attacks from outside sources.
  • Antiviral Software is used to prevent, detect, and remove computer attacks from sources such as viruses, worms, and trojan horses; as well as working to prevent and remove adware and spyware.
  • Hard Drive Data Protection is considered the best solution since it allows encrypting the entire hard drive including the operating system area — not only selected folders.
  • Spyware Removal Tools help the user to eliminate unwanted adware and spyware thereby eliminating codes being installed on your computer that accesses your research or browsing habits. An additional use/benefit of this tool is to detect and destroy spyware designed to obtain account details for online payment systems.

It is generally recommended that a safe and secure operating system has a personal firewall, antiviral software, a spyware detection utility, and a hard drive encryption utility installed for maximum computer security.

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