Why Google Instant Needs to Address BlackHat SEO
by Frank Jovine on 09/09/2010 in Fake Antivirus, SEO Blackhat, Security
As you all know Google just released its Google Instant search which accelerates search results as you type keyword terms into the Google search box. However, not all suggestive searches are safe. PandaLabs reported yesterday that when a user is searching for antivirus and they enter the first 4 characters – “ANTI”, Google Instant suggests [...]
Full StoryGoogle Search Just Got Better with Instant
For some, it may take time getting use to, but for me, I like the change. Google Instant is a new search enhancement that shows results as you type. This new change will improve search results and performance. This change will reduce the time it takes to enter a search term. Before Google Instant, the [...]
Full StorySearching Rogue Software Removal can be Dangerous
There’s a lot of Rogue Software (Fake Anti-Virus and Anti-Spyware Software) spreading fast and many people are falling for these scams. Unfortunately, some people end up paying for the full license to remove false and or exaggerated threats from the computer. Rogue software is a scam and its only intent is to steal your money. [...]
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Cyber criminals have no prejudice when it comes to using well known businesses to launch phishing scams. These criminals send bulk email campaigns hoping to lure in potential customers for profit. It’s very common for criminals to use well known businesses in their scams, because people who do business with these popular companies may fall [...]
Full Story9 Tips for Setting Up a Multi-user Family Computer
When setting up the family computer, there are many considerations to take into account. You want every person to have the best experience possible while not wasting their time or jeopardizing their safety. You also want to make sure that each person is productive while using this valuable resource. Here are thoughts on setting up [...]
Full StoryHow to Remove PriceGong Adware
There’s a program called PriceGong which claims to find great deals on various products online. The program is adware, and it will display annoying pop-up alerts and other false threats in the browser. PriceGong will launch automatically whenever a user visits a shopping site like Amazon.com or Sears. How to remove PriceGong manually PriceGong registry [...]
Full StoryBeware of Phishing Dating Sites
Phishing is the most popular form of fraud that aims to dupe victims into believing they are at a trusted Web site. If you read any of the Yahoo articles which allow comments, you will see what appears to be a spam ring trying to promote two dating sites. These sites are; AgeLover.com AgeGapSingles.com Example [...]
Full StoryHow to Remove Win7 AV
Win7 AV is a Rogue Anti-Spyware program. Win7 AV downloads and installs itself via a Trojan automatically without the users’ knowledge and consent. When a user downloads Win7 AV and runs a scan, the program reports false scan alerts. The user is then prompted to pay for a full license of the application in order [...]
Full StoryUnethical Marketing Tactics and Scams
You just launched a website and you are eager to drive visitors to your new online home, but you don’t know how. You are probably going to search for “web traffic services,” and this can be a very costly mistake. Many of these companies claim that they can send one thousand visitors or even 10,000 [...]
Full StoryTallan Latz Amazing 10 Year Old Guitarist
The Magic Carpet ride held in Spring Grove, IL this past Sunday, August 29, was a charity event for Children of Fallen Riders. There were close to 500 bikers participating and what a great way to launch the riders when Tallan Latz played the Star Spangled Banner. I am sure if Jimi Hendrix was alive he [...]
Full StoryBeware of the F-Secure Phishing Scam
There’s an email purporting to be from F-Secure, claiming that you must confirm, update and verify your account information. The email is not from F-Secure. It is a phishing scam that’s designed to steal a customers account details and other personal information. F-Secure customers should ignore this email and delete it immediately. Example Email: From: [...]
Full StoryGoogle PageRank Updates Explained
Here’s an interesting video by Matt Cutts explaining how PageRank updates work. Matt Cutts, like many other SEO professionals, states that PR updates happen every 3 months or four times per year. Unfortunately, it’s not consistent and I wouldn’t hold my breath for the next update. I hope you find this video informative. The last [...]
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