Sunday, June 3, 2012

Identity Theft Protection - Sun Jun 3, 2012


AnchorFree Extends Hotspot Shield to Android Users
MarketWatch (press release)
The following features are incorporated into both versions: -- Security: Wi-Fi and 3G encryption protects both apps and browsing -- Privacy: Private browsing, identity theft protection, protection from third-party tracking -- Freedom: Unfettered access ...
McAfee Finds One In Every Six Personal Computers Have Zero Protection
Dark Reading
Browsing the internet on an exposed computer not only increases the risk of identity theft and data loss, but it can contribute to the spread of harmful programs and nasty viruses. Even if you think your personal computer has basic protection installed ...
Around South Florida with Elgin Jones 05-31-12
The South Florida Times
Oscar Luis Franco Padron, owner of several medical clinics, was given a 60-month sentence in federal prison for operating a Personal Injury Protection (PIP) insurance fraud scheme. Padron was accused of recruiting patients from staged accidents for ...
Intel redefines ultrabooks for the Ivy Bridge era
CNET
Notable changes in the above from the previous ultrabook specs include the requirement that Intel's Anti-Theft and Identify Protection be built in, and a fast data port, either USB 3.0 or Thunderbolt.
Intel lays down more rules for Ultrabooks, launches low-voltage Ivy Bridge chips
VentureBeat
Now in addition to thickness and 5-hour battery life standards, Ultrabooks must also include USB 3.0 or Thunderbolt for speedy access to external devices, include Intel Identity Protection and Anti-Theft technology, and they must also be “responsive ...

1 in 6 PCs have zero protection - McAfee study
Siliconrepublic.com
A virus infection isn't the only risk that comes with browsing the internet without protection. It also heightens the risk for identity theft and data loss, as well as contributes to the spread of viruses and harmful programmes.

McAfee Reveals 83% of Consumers Have Basic Security Protection Leaving 17 ...
CSO Magazine (blog)
“It's great to see that many Australians and New Zealanders are taking steps to secure their PCs, but around 15% of local users are still leaving themselves open to malware, data loss and identity theft,” said Michael Sentonas, CTO of McAfee APAC.
Intel's New Ivy Bridge Chips Include Some for Ultrabooks
eWeek
Intel is recommending that Ultrabooks include the company's Anti-Theft and Identity Protectiontechnologies, all included in the Ivy Bridge chips. Anti-Theft is designed to make it impossible for people to use stolen or lost systems, while Identity ...


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