Computer Support Blog

Rescuecom Releases 5 Tips for Mobile Device Security

SYRACUSE, N.Y., August 9, 2010 – Mobile devices are extremely popular, but also extremely vulnerable.   Internet security is no longer just a concern at home or the office, and phone data recovery is more than a solution for users.  To help you understand the issues of Internet security and phone data recovery for your mobile devices, RESCUECOM offers these 5 tips.     Read more »

Phishing attacks threaten our Internet security and can be hard to detect.  They can lead to identity theft, viruses, or the need for computer repair.  To help protect your Internet security, RESCUECOM’s computer repair experts offer five simple tips for detecting phishing attacks.

•1.) Avoid Action – Phishing attacks work when you take action.  An email that requests information or features clickable links may be an attack against your Internet security.  Legitimate emails include cut and past style links to help you avoid clicking.  If there are only clickable links, the email is likely a phishing scam. Read more »

RESCUECOM reminds users to utilize only legitimate anti virus software, such as our Internet Security Suite.

A common cyber attack uses fake anti virus software as a means for infecting computers with malware.  These attackers rely on fear to trick users into violating their own Internet security.  Read more »

RESCUECOM offers suggestions to prevent browser hijacking, protect your computer, and utilize computer support.

A common Internet security threat is browser hijacking.  Malware programs can hijack your Internet browser, changing your home page, altering your settings, and decreasing functionality.   There are ways to prevent this Internet security violation.  Read more »