How to Use Public Computers? How to safe account Information from Public Computers?

Public libraries, Internet cafes, and other customer-serving establishments have their own computers that customers may use to access the Internet. Are these computers safe for you to use?

Tales abound of public-access computers infected with viruses, spyware, and even key loggers, many deliberately planted there in order to elicit information from unsuspecting users. I recall specifically in 2004 a case where a person was arrested for installing a key logger program on a computer in a well-known copy services store in order to record users’ bank account numbers and passwords. This is technology gone awry.

Saving Your Software’s License Information

Nearly every time you purchase software — whether you get it from a retail store, have it shipped to you, or purchase a downloadable version — you have to deal with license codes (also called license keys) to make the product work. Sometimes license keys come on little stickers in the packaging, other times they are printed on the CD. They might be e-mailed to you, found on a Web page, or even read to you over the phone.

How to Protect Your PDAs and Mobile Phone in Other Ways

There are plenty of things besides antivirus programs that you can do to help protect your PDA and its data. Get ready for several digital hygiene tips — PDA style! As with your PC, the motto “trust no one” will keep your PDA and your information safe.

Turning off wireless auto-connect

Many PDAs are configured to automatically accept any incoming connection request, whether it’s