Resources to Help Yourself
Computer & Internet Security | Windows | Software & Hardware
Internet Issues | Linux, Macintosh & OS/2 | Web Design | Conditions of Use
Note: Indented bullets are generally sub-topics located within a page rather than a page dedicated to the topic.
Computer & Internet Security
Security Basics
- Security Basics — preventing unauthorized access
- Security Strategies — preventing infections
- Passwords — protecting your electronic signature
- Encryption — protecting your data
- Your Privacy At Risk — everyone is collecting information
- Social Media — are you sharing too much?
- Avoiding Spam — unsolicited emails and mailing lists
- Phishing & Identity Theft — obtaining information by deceit
Securing Your System
- Firewalls — your first line of defense
- ZoneAlarm Security — recommended firewall solutions
- Anti-Virus Protection — strategies, hoaxes & solutions
- Web Security — vulnerabilities in Internet software
- Windows Security — vulnerabilities in Windows
Microsoft Windows
Windows Basics
- Microsoft Windows — history, versions and life-cycles
- Windows Basics — general concepts & terminology
Current (Supported) Versions
Windows Resources
- Windows Recovery Hints — recovering your Windows installation
- Windows Backup — options & strategies
- Windows Security — vulnerabilities in Windows
- Troubleshooting Windows — recovering from hardware issues
Working with Legacy (Older) Versions
- Legacy Hardware & Software — solutions for older computers
- Legacy Windows — versions no longer supported
- Legacy Windows Recovery Hints
Software & Hardware
General Concepts & Terminology
My Software Recommendations
- Recommended Software — useful & reliable programs
- Web Browsers & Plugins
- Email Software
- Shareware & Freeware — definitions & sources
Networking
Internet Issues
The following pages on this site deal with issues of using the Internet and Internet software:
General Connection Issues
Email Issues
- Troubleshooting Your Internet Connection — when there's no access
- Proper Email Address Etiquette — using To:, CC: & BCC: correctly
- Avoiding Spam — unsolicited emails and mailing lists
- Phishing & Identity Theft — obtaining information by deceit
Web Browser Issues
Internet Issues
- Avoiding Spam — unsolicited emails and mailing lists
- Responsible Net Commerce — avoiding e-commerce pitfalls
- Ethical net commerce: avoid opt-out; use opt-in
- Copyright — who owns content on the Internet?
- Censorship — who's protecting who?
- Find What You're Looking For — search engines & databases
See Software & Hardware for downloads of Internet software.
Linux, Macintosh & OS/2
The following pages on this site deal with alternatives to Windows:
- Linux — distributions, desktops & documentation
- Macintosh — user groups, information & software
- IBM OS/2 & eComStation — information, enhancements & software
Running Multiple Operating Systems (Advanced)
Website Design
The following pages on this site deal with website design:
Building a Website
- Web Design Basics — an introduction to web design
- Web Design Resources — HTML, standards, tools & graphics
- Cut ’N Paste HTML Editing — an HTML primer
Design Issues
- Responsible Net Commerce — avoiding e-commerce pitfalls
- Ethical net commerce: avoid opt-out; use opt-in
- Copyright — who owns content on the Internet?
- Censorship — who's protecting who?
- Designing for Multiple Screen Resolutions
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Helping You Solve Problems
Intended for Self-help
The links and information on these pages is intended to enable you to diagnose and solve problems on your own. We do not provide free help.
- It takes time to research and provide accurate information specific to your issue.
- There is a great deal of information on this site. Many site visitors have indicated that they were able to resolve issues on their own using the helpful hints found of this site.
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Updated: May 4, 2013