Question #1:

do you think the days of ' free ' internet are drawing to a close?

Internet privacy at risk

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A surveillance program authorized by the Bush administration to allow the National Security Agency to spy on the internet activities of federal employees is now being expanded. The Obama administration is planning to expand the Einstein internet surveillance software.


Google V. China: Should the internet be policed?

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those both reports are about internet censorship and the possible oncoming of a restricted internet by the government ,

including ; censoring sites they don't want you to view , filtering out any anti government site or a website that isn't politically correct. - prosecuting people that criticise the U.S government with indefinate detention or incarceration. - banning all free downloads , prosecuting ' any ' speech that is deemed hate speech. - government watching your online activity , prosecuting, banning from the internet and jailing any offenders .

and just in general, ' policing ' the internet - this is my understanding of it through what ive read.


does anyone think this is going to happen or approaching ?

and what will it mean for ordinary citizens like me and others ?

Question #2:

A free antivirus software?

My computer is a Window's Vista, and the Windows Vista Antispyware 2010 is going haywire. It keeps saying that I have privacy threat after privacy threat every 10 seconds. However, my iolo System Shield says nothing.
I don't know if it's just a hoax into purchasing the new 2010 Window's Vista Spyware, but I am a little worried. The bad thing is, my dad is in Iraq and I can't ask him to purchase it or type in the code thingie... So does anyone know a free antivirus thing I can download from the internet?

Question #3:

IS IT POSSIBLE, IN 2010, TO MAKE AN ANONYMOUS PHONE CALL ?

There are times when anyone would want to make an anonymous phone call for reasons of privacy. 800 call centers use software which identifies your number and then brings up a screen full of personal information about the owner of that phone number. This puts the caller at a disadvantage and increases the risk of ID theft, harassment, stalking, etc etc etc.

I assume if a person bought the right equipment they could eradicate any personal info including their cell account number, once the call is placed.

True or false ?

Question #4:

Ramadan - Is Yahoo going to start information sharing on people like somber a bit more active?

INFORMATION SHARING AND DISCLOSURE

Yahoo! does not rent, sell, or share personal information about you with other people or non-affiliated companies except to provide products or services you've requested, when we have your permission, or under the following circumstances:

* We provide the information to trusted partners who work on behalf of or with Yahoo! under confidentiality agreements. These companies may use your personal information to help Yahoo! communicate with you about offers from Yahoo! and our marketing partners. However, these companies do not have any independent right to share this information.
* We respond to subpoenas, court orders, legal process, or to any legitimate request by authorities with which we must comply.
* We believe it is necessary to share information in order to investigate, prevent, or take action regarding illegal activities, suspected fraud, situations involving potential threats to the physical safety of any person, violations of Yahoo!'s terms of use, or as otherwise required by law.
* This is within the Yahoo! group, for the purposes described under “Information Collection & Use” above (for example, various companies in the Yahoo! group are responsible for storing and processing your information in order to deliver content to you).
* Yahoo! may transfer information about you if Yahoo! acquires, or is acquired by or merged with, another company. In this event, Yahoo! will notify you before information about you is transferred and becomes subject to a different privacy policy.

Yahoo! displays targeted advertisements based on personal information. Advertisers (including ad serving companies) may assume that people who interact with, view, or click targeted ads meet the targeting criteria—for example, women ages 18-24 from a particular geographic area.

* Yahoo! does not provide any personal information to the advertiser when you interact with or view a targeted ad. However, by interacting with or viewing an ad you are consenting to the possibility that the advertiser will make the assumption that you meet the targeting criteria used to display the ad.
* Yahoo! advertisers include financial service providers (such as banks, insurance agents, stock brokers and mortgage lenders) and non-financial companies (such as stores, airlines, and software companies).

Yahoo! works with vendors, partners, advertisers, and other service providers in different industries and categories of business. For more information regarding providers of products or services that you've requested please read our detailed reference links.

Question #5:

could u recommend me some good free software for meeting the standard below?

could u recommend me some good free software for cleaning privacy(like ie cookie,online tracks) and also can look for the latest microsoft bugs/patches and better with the function of finding the vicious software and kill trojans..all in all,must be free !

Question #6:

Should people who value their privacy find a way to block their computer's webcam?

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A school district near Philadelphia gave out free laptops to its students and allowed them to take the laptops home. The catch was that the school installed software on the computers enabling them to remotely access the webcam and spy on the kids. This was discovered when they tried to punish one of the kids for something he did at home. They were apparently also spying on the kids conversations with their parents and even on the kids while they were changing clothes.

If a school district can stick software on a computer to enable school officials to spy on kids at home through a webcam, doesn't that also mean that the government could secretly stick software on computers enabling it to spy on computer users through webcams? If so, doesn't that mean that anybody who values their privacy should consider finding a way to block their computer's webcam?

What can be done to detect and remove such software and to block webcams and microphones so that they cannot be used for purposes of spying? Should parents of kids who are given laptops by their school ensure that webcams and microphones on these laptops are disabled to prevent Big Brother from watching them?

Question #7:

Is it safe to use password management software?

I've been using the same password (that nobody knows about) for a lot of my online accounts which don't hold too much personal information. However, I'm considering changing them all into unique, strong passwords.


I'm trying to create passwords based on the things I think of when viewing the website, however I'm not sure if I'd manage to remember everything though. Which is why I was just considering getting some sort of encrypted storage for them in case I forget, rather than having to email request and then having the information now sitting in my inbox (making my email password the most important to safeguard).


Does anybody use a program like the ones listed here Click Here to manage their account information?


I'm not too paranoid, I just want to maintain a high level of security and privacy when using the internet.

Question #8:

Would this help, to ensure a good system is issued ? What if people disobey the document and treat it as?

directions for what not to do ?

Standard: Operator's Manual
Phase: System Development and Demonstration
Activity: System Development
Task: Produce Documentation
Reference: DFAS System Life Cycle
Effective Date: May 17, 2002
______________________________________________________________________________________________


DEFENSE FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING SERVICE

Operator's Manual

For


Program Name















Date of Issue and Status: Date manual is acknowledged as acceptable (mm/dd/yyyy) and whether manual is draft or approved. Also include version number.

Issuing organization: Identify the organization issuing this manual.


OPERATOR'S MANUAL


1. Purpose. Provide information needed to operate a given computer and its peripheral equipment. This manual focuses on the computer itself, not on particular software that will run on the computer.

2. Scope.

2.1. Identification. This paragraph shall contain the manufacturer's name, model number, and any other identifying information for the computer system to which this manual applies.

2.2. Computer System Overview. This paragraph shall briefly state the purpose of the computer system to which this manual applies.

2.3. Document Overview. This paragraph shall summarize the purpose and contents of this manual and shall describe any security or privacy considerations associated with its use.

3. Computer System Operation. This section shall be divided into the following paragraphs. Safety precautions, marked WARNING or CAUTION, shall be included where applicable.

3.1. Computer System Preparation and Shutdown. This paragraph shall be divided into the following subparagraphs:

3.1.1. Power On and Off. This paragraph shall contain the procedures necessary to power-on and power-off the computer system.

3.1.2. Initiation. This paragraph shall contain the procedures necessary to initiate operation of the computer system, including, as applicable, equipment setup, pre-operation, booting, and commands typically used during computer system initiation.

3.1.3. Shutdown. This paragraph shall contain the procedures necessary to terminate computer system operation.

3.2. Operating Procedures. This paragraph shall be divided into the following subparagraphs. If more than one mode of operation is available, instructions for each mode shall be provided.

3.2.1. Input and Output Procedures. This paragraph shall describe the input and output media (e.g., magnetic disk, tape) relevant to the computer system, state the procedures to read and write on these media, briefly describe the operating system control language, and list procedures for interactive messages and replies (e.g., terminals to use, passwords, keys.

3.2.2. Monitoring Procedures. This paragraph shall contain the procedures to be followed for monitoring the computer system in operation. It shall describe available indicators, interpretation of those indicators, and routine and special monitoring procedures to be followed.

3.2.3. Off-Line Procedures. This paragraph shall contain the procedures necessary to operate all relevant off-line equipment of the computer system.

3.2.4. Other Procedures. This paragraph shall contain any additional procedures to be followed by the operator (e.g., computer system alarms, computer system security or privacy considerations, switch over to a redundant computer system, or other measures to ensure continuity of operations in the event of emergencies.

3.3. Problem-Handling Procedures. This paragraph shall identify problems that may occur in any step of operation described in the preceding paragraphs in Section 3. It shall state the error messages or other indications accompanying those problems and shall describe the automatic and manual procedures to be followed for each occurrence, including, as applicable, evaluation techniques, conditions requiring computer system shutdown, procedures for on-line intervention or abortion, steps to be taken to restart computer system operation after an abortion or interruption of operation, and procedures for recording information concerning a malfunction.

4. Diagnostic Features. This section shall be divided into the following paragraphs to describe diagnostics that may be performed to identify and troubleshoot malfunctions in the computer system.

4.1. Diagnostic Features Summary. This paragraph shall summarize the diagnostics features of the computer system, including error message syntax and hierarchy for fault isolation. This paragraph shall describe the purpose of each diagnostic feature.

4.2. Diagnostic Procedures. This paragraph shall be divided into subparagraphs as needed to describe the diagnostic procedures to be followed for the computer system, including:

a. Identif

Question #9:

Would this help, to produce a good system ? What if people don't follow the document ?

Standard: User's Manual
Phase: System Development and Demonstration
Activity: System Development
Task: Produce Documentation
Reference: DFAS System Life Cycle
Effective Date: May 17, 2002
______________________________________________________________________________________________


DEFENSE FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING SERVICE

User's Manual

For

Program Name












Date of Issue and Status: Date manual is acknowledged as acceptable (mm/dd/yyyy) and whether manual is draft or approved. Also include version number.

Issuing organization: Identify the organization issuing this manual.


USER'S MANUAL


1. Purpose. Provide a hands-on software user with instructions on how to install and use a software system or subsystem, computer software configuration item (CSCI), or a group of related CSCIs. It may also cover a particular aspect of software operation, such as instructions for a particular position or task.

2. Scope. This paragraph shall summarize the purpose and contents of this manual and shall describe any security or privacy considerations associated with its use.

3. System Identification and Overview. This paragraph shall contain a full identification of the system and the software to which this document applies, including, as applicable, identification number(s), title(s), abbreviation(s), version number(s), and release number(s). This paragraph shall briefly state the purpose of the system and the software to which this document applies. It shall describe the general nature of the system and software; summarize the history of system development, operation, and maintenance; identify the project sponsor, acquirer, user, developer, and support agencies; identify current and planned operating sites; and list other relevant documents.

4. Software Summary.

4.1. Software Application. This paragraph shall provide a brief description of the intended uses of the software. Capabilities, operating environments, and benefits expected from its use shall be described.

4.2. Software Inventory. This paragraph shall identify all software files, including databases and data files, that must be installed for the software to operate. The identification shall include security and privacy considerations for each file and identification of the software necessary to continue or resume operation in case of an emergency.

4.3. Software Environment. This paragraph shall identify the hardware, software, manual operations, and other resources needed for a user to install and run the software. Included, as applicable, shall be identification of:

a. Computer equipment that must be present, including amount of memory needed, amount of auxiliary storage needed, and peripheral equipment such as printers and other input/output devices

b. Communications equipment that must be present

c. Other software that must be present, such as operating systems, databases, data files, utilities, and other supporting systems

d. Forms, procedures, or other manual operations that must be present

e. Other facilities, equipment, or resources that must be present)

4.4. Software Organization and Overview of Operation. This paragraph shall provide a brief description of the organization and operation of the software from the user's point of view. The description shall include, as applicable:

a. Logical components of the software, from the user's point of view, and an overview of the purpose/operation of each component

b. Performance characteristics that can be expected by the user, such as:

1) Types, volumes, rates of inputs accepted

2) Types, volume, accuracy, rate of outputs that the software can produce

3) Typical response time and factors that affect it

4) Typical processing time and factors that affect it

5) Limitations, such as number of events that can be tracked

6) Error rate that can be expected

7) Reliability that can be expected

c. Relationship of the functions performed by the software with interfacing systems, organizations, or positions

d. Supervisory controls that can be implemented (such as passwords) to manage the software)

4.5. Contingencies and Alternate States and Modes of Operations. This paragraph shall explain differences in what the user will be able to do with the software at times of emergency and in various states and modes of operation, if applicable.

4.6. Security and Privacy. This paragraph shall contain an overview of the security and privacy considerations associated with the software. A warning shall be included regarding making unauthorized copies of software or documents, if applicable.

4.7.
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Question #10:

ANTI-KEYLOGGING SOFTWARE?

I am curious to know if there is a keylogger on my computer, also exactly how does it work. If someone downloads a program like such. Where do they view what one has been doing on the computer anyway, in their email, or the site the downloaded the program? If I do download an anti-keylogger program is it safe for my computer? Would the person that downloaded know that I downloaded an antikeylogger program? Can they change it back? Any information about this is valuable to me.. I use my PC often but just for basic use.. I am not great with elaborate technical terms and such. So please try and be clear and kinda to the point so I can understand. Thank you so much.

ps~ I am not doing anything bad I just have some personal information/things that I would like to be kept confidental. Everybody needs a little privacy.

Question #11:

How about you to encrypt and protect your important files or privacy on your computer?

such as a encryption software or password or hide? any suggestion here?

Question #12:

A dilemna i have about privacy software all answers welcome?

I decided to buy privacy software for obvious reasons, with all fraud and such things going on these days.

So i read some reviews and a software by the name of Evidence eliminator came top with window washer and cyber scrub coming in 2nd and third. I also read on here that there was a review in The Times.

So i bought EE but after reading things about their scare tactic marketing, iam not too sure i want to have this on my computer.

The name of the software is a bit dubious and i dont have anything bad i wish to hide.

I have downloaded the product but have yet to put the codes in to activate it and start using it.

Should i use the software or just put it down to a mistake and carry on as i have before without any privacy software. Have you used any privacy software?

Question #13:

How to Delete "Flash Cookies" - step by step please.?

How to Delete Flash cookies, a type of software deposited on computers to gather information.

I need a step by step, telling me exactly where to go each step on my imac.

Flash cookies are usualy located under C:\Documents and Settings\UserName\Application Data\Macromedia\Flash Player folder. Flash cookies can be set only if you have Macromedia Flash Player installed on your computer.

I didn't even know how to start to find C: -- a true step by step appreciated:

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Question #14:

Computer security/privacy: what information is recorded/traceable when someone comments at a website?

Hello everyone:

I have a computer security/privacy question. Here is the situation:

My mother takes her laptop to work, where her employees use it, and she also brings it home, where family members use it. Everything related to the computer (internet connection, computer, software) is registered to my mother.

After an employee retired, my mother accessed the employee's work email account to get information about a project. She found email correspondence between the employee and a reporter for a local newspaper. The employee had commented on one of the reporter's articles online at the newspaper website and then the employee followed up with an email to the reporter.

The reporter sent a strange email back, calling the employee by my mother's nickname and saying that the employee was hiding her true identity.

There is nothing in the former employee's email account or email that mentions my mother. The email account was registered to the former employee; the only thing my mother had to do with the situation is that the employee used her computer to send the email.

We're all rather concerned that the reporter identified my mother from the employee's email or website comment and we're wondering how he could have done this. We're thinking that he might have been able to track the IP address of the computer from either the website comment or the email and find out who it is registered to.

Can anyone suggest whether/how a website comment or email can be used to trace the owner of a computer? Is this easy to do? We're wondering if we should forbid employees from using the computer for personal activities because we don't want to be responsible for things that they're doing online. We're also wondering if we should be more careful about posting online, in case anonymity can't be maintained.

Thanks a lot!!

Question #15:

homework topic help!!!!!!!?

what does this mean heres the topic?
Topic:

An Internet phone service is offering unlimited free telephone calls for anyone who signs up. There is only one catch: the company will use software to listen to customers' phone conversations and then send customers advertisements based on what they have been talking about. For example, if they talk about movies with their friends, advertisements for movies will appear on their computer screens. Commentators have voiced concern about customers' giving up their privacy in exchange for phone service.
Assignment:
Should people give up their privacy in exchange for convenience or free services? Plan and write an essay in which you develop your point of view on this issue. Support your position with reasoning and examples taken from your reading, studies, experience, or observations.

Question #16:

Privacy Manager for the phone, what are they using now ? please read:?

a few years back I know there was a product out called Privacy manager, but I don't think they are selling it anymore. I see some software but what all can we buy to use to control which land line phone calls we want to block etc. Privacy Manager would let us control every call,, even letting some think they were ringing but they never rang in our house. I see on ebay they have something called caller ID manager, anyone know about this ? I wanted to buy Privacy Manager but I guess I'll have to go with something else, anyone know what it might be called so I can search it out? thanks

Question #17:

Where can I get free anti-theft software for Nokia N70 Music edition,to make it useless for thieves if stolen?

Also,how do i backup my n70 data stored on the 1 gb memord card as I have many pics,videos,files stored on it?..Is there a free software to ensure privacy,using password protection on n70?

Question #18:

Privacy center invaded my computer. how can i get rid of it?

A antivirus software call Privacy center just popped up on my screen and is aking me that I have 140 dangerous files and/or privacy violations found. There are about 13 options ie. Licence error! Security threat! Cookie guarder, Secure channel etc. Clicking any option ask me to the software for more than 100 dollars.

Question #19:

I'm getting some sort of error when I try to open Window Live Messenger....?

This problem just started tonight, actually....but..it says:

"msnmsgr.exe- Bad Image

C:\Program Files\Windows Live\Messenger\MSIMG32.dll is either not designed to run on Windows or it contains an error. Try installing the program again using the original installation media or contact your administrator or the software vendor for support."

Which is absalutly absurd, as WLM has always worked for me.

And...a thing pops up saying "Windows Live Messenger has stopped working", and when I click details it says all this:

Problem Event Name:BEX
Application Name:msnmsgr.exe
Application Version:14.0.8089.726
Application Timestamp:4a6ce533
Fault Module Name:StackHash_283e
Fault Module Version:0.0.0.0
Fault Module Timestamp:00000000
Exception Offset:0002006d
Exception Code:c0000005
Exception Data:00000008
OS Version:6.0.6002.2.2.0.768.3
Locale ID:4105
Additional Information 1:283e
Additional Information 2:5fc388c7525dd00f04ece9603637a6d3
Additional Information 3:e3bc
Additional Information 4:577c8e216043e9dfc52eab7b5d8980a1

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Question #20:

i need a software better than network magic?

My mom makes me use network magic, but you can only activate a number of times. Is there a software for $50 or less that will alow me to print online (the same as network magic). and track down everything i do so m mom can view my privacy, but that way i will be aloud to use the internet. Please provide a link. What would you use





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