Tag: files

Legitimate Microsoft Executable files and Malware

11 August, 2009 (03:20) | Internet Technology | By: Admin

Executable (exe) files are used in Microsoft operating systems to run routines and applications, and enable the stable, secure running of your computer. However as they can run without any user intervention these files are an ideal way for hackers to infect your computer with a virus or malware program, as they can run malicious [...]

Proper disposal of client files

5 June, 2009 (18:17) | Office Technology | By: Admin

<p>First of all, don’t just throw them in a dumpster outside:</p> <blockquote>A swanky Manhattan law firm cleaned house by leaving six Dumpsters stuffed with confidential case files out on the street – exposing their clients’ most personal information.</blockquote> <blockquote>The private documents, mostly from the 1990s, included addresses, medical records and Social Security numbers, the Daily [...]