PC Memoirs

The Apple iOS is considered extremely secure but you can still make it impenetrable by using some extra third party applications.

Before using any application you need to make your Iphone secure by using whatever security option the iOS has given. Make sure that you put a device lock on your Iphone and also turn the auto-lock on which will lock your Iphone after some time. Choose a pass-code that’s difficult to penetrate and so if someone picks your phone to add any spyware they will fail miserably.

The App Store is filled with hundreds and thousands of applications for your Iphone but the trick is to find the best application for your suitable condition.

The first thing you can do is to install an application that manages all your passwords. There are many applications in the App Store that help secure your passwords all in one place and that’s good for your convenience and it is a secure way as your data is given the most prime security available on the App store. Some of the applications available have an additional feature, they help in creating a password that’s difficult and alpha-numerical, making your password extremely strong and secure so it’s impenetrable. This way you won’t have to think of secure passwords the application will generate them for your convenience.

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If you’re trying to unblock a specific website, you first must understand why the website is blocked to begin with. Usually websites are blocked by software on your computer that is put in place by the administrator to censor certain aspects of the internet. If you are on a larger computer network such as a work or school network, then a firewall is typically used in addition to censoring software. Blocking a website is as simple as adjusting a few settings, however unblocking a website is a bit more difficult to do.

If you are sick of not being able to access blocked sites, then this tutorial will give you all of the information needed to get you past those pesky restrictions.

Unblocking a Website

To unblock a web site you’ll need to somehow disable or bypass the web site blocking software or firewall that is blocking the web site. The following are a few methods you can use to do this:

Proxy Servers

Proxy servers can bypass filters on the computer. Proxy servers are remote computers that are outside of your firewall, which can easily be accessed via the internet. Your computer connects to the proxy and then the proxy connects with the blocked web site on your behalf. Even if the website is blocked, you can communicate and receive information with it through through the proxy.

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The one brand that pops up in our minds when talking about computer operating systems is Microsoft Windows; such is the dominance and brand power of Microsoft’s Windows in the operating system arena. Dominance can sometimes be a dilutive word when describing Windows, because it was certainly the groundbreaker in the PC operating systems space. It would be right to say that Microsoft’s Windows operating system series for computers and servers empowered the growth of Microsoft Corp. as a prodigious technology company.

Right from its first commercial computer operating system Windows 1.0 to the latest successful Windows 7 Ultimate version, Microsoft has wielded its leading position in the market. The Windows XP and Windows 7 versions were a massive hit among computer, notebook, and laptop fanciers. Though there were notable drawbacks in the latest Windows 7 Ultimate version, Microsoft soon buckled up to launch the Windows 8 version with an objective to provide flawless operating systems for PCs, laptops, and portable devices.

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Cloud based storage is widely used to protect the files in a computer. Dropbox is a cloud storage that secures files and folders. SSL is used by Cloud files to maintain secure and encrypted communication. Passwords, usernames or any other personal information cannot be read by a hacker. Users of cloud computing are given an authentication code and API access key which remain a secret.

Recently, there was a security flaw at Dropbox where any one was able to log into any account using any password. Dropbox users faced a major crisis. The files stored in Dropbox do not store data in an encrypted form. The data in Dropbox was easily stolen when the storage device was hacked. Hence the user needs to encrypt the data before transmission.

There are various types of encryption software that can be chosen according to the application you use. Let us take a look at two of the popular ones.

“TrueCrypt” is encryption software that can be used with Windows, Linux and Macintosh. If you are a Dropbox user, an encrypted container is necessary to store the files. The containers can be increased in size or a new container can be opened any time. Installing the software is pretty simple when the prompts are properly followed. Run the software and locate the Create Volume Button. Using the default options, create an encrypted file container with a standard TrueCrypt volume. Remain extra careful that the new container is not created in the Dropbox folder when it is opened. A secure and complex password needs to be created with a maximum of 64 characters. Move the data container to the Dropbox folder. In order to sync the data with the dropbox, move back the data container. However, many believe that Truecrypt does not serve the purpose well.

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Windows 8 has many new features like Metro Style Apps and Microsoft Account Integration. Now we are hearing that there is something missing- The Start Button! It used to be located in the Metro User Interface and provided the user access to the settings panel, devices, search options and share options. Now you have a ‘start screen’ where with the mouse or your touchpad, you can switch between the desktop and the Metro UI with no trouble at all. This means a better seamless experience.

If the news that a Windows staple from 1995 will no longer be seen is not comforting to you, then you will be happy to know that the ‘super bar’ has all the features from Windows 7. What you might also like is the ramped up ‘charms bar’ with its quick access icons. You could consider it a replacement for the missing Start button since it serves the same purpose.

The reason behind the move is the company’s belief that the Start menu’s scope is limited and that it is not a good fit for better applications usage. The start screen is not a mere standby for the Start menu but instead intended to be a ‘launcher and switcher’ when it comes to apps, a sort of bulletin board filled with handy notifications that can be personalized to fit your needs. With the screen, you get access not only to applications but also to news about events, people and activities. Since the screen comes with the customization option, users now have more control over tools and how they can be used in groups with commonality. Once done, the apps resemble a folder and you can move from one group to another.

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