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Connectivity issues leave user hanging
Q: I am getting so frustrated with my computer's tendency to get disconnected from the Internet. A couple of days ago I spent four hours with the MSN experts in South America, who transferred me four times to even more incompetent people to relieve my problem. I'm still having the problem. I have had my modem checked, and all is well. Can you help me? I'm sure the problem cannot be that complex. — Joseph Roundill A: Problem is, the problem can be that complex, especially if you're using a dial-up or a wireless connection. The cause of your disconnection can be anything from a faulty modem or router to bad cables, from radio interference (if you're using a wireless connection) to fraying or faulty telephone lines. Indeed, the biggest problem with troubleshooting connectivity issues is that the potential causes are diverse and cross so many lines of vendor turf.
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ISPs baffled by Gordo's 'plans' for web terror talks
Internet providers have reacted with confusion at Gordon Brown's announcement that the Home Office will summon them to Westminster for anti-terror discussions. The PM unveiled wide-ranging measures in Parliament this week (full speech here). .
Wi-Fi piggybacking rife in the UK
Over half of UK internet users have admitted using other people's Wi-Fi networks to piggyback onto the internet. A recent survey by security firm Sophos found that 54 per cent of respondents had used someone else's wireless internet access without permission. Many internet-enabled homes fail properly to secure their wireless connection with passwords and encryption, allowing passers-by and neighbours to 'steal' their internet access. Although most businesses have security measures in place to protect their Wi-Fi networks, Sophos warned that remote users working from home could prove a weak link in corporate defences. "Stealing Wi-Fi internet access may feel like a victimless crime, but it deprives ISPs of revenue," said Graham Cluley, senior technology consultant at Sophos.
Monster.com appears to be latest victim of hackers' work
If you have visited monster.com recently, your computer may have been compromised. The Monster Company Boulevard pages on monster.com were discovered to redirect computers to hacked Web sites that attempt to install viruses on visitors' computers. The problem was quickly discovered and the problem Web pages shut down. The viruses that were downloaded are somewhat common; most virus scanners are able to detect and remove them. So there's little chance a properly protected computer will suffer any damage. You may recall that monster.com was compromised last summer. Hackers used stolen recruiter and HR account information to download job poster information. This time, it looks like hackers compromised monster.com client computers and used the stolen account and password information to hack monster.com.
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