http://www.artipot.com/authors/13000/paul-mcdonald/ Latest articles by Paul McDonald from Artipot - your one-stop resource for free articles. http://www.artipot.com/articles/263296/spyware-guard-2008-remove-spyware-guard-2008-before-its-too-late.htm Spyware Guard 2008 is infecting computers at an alarming rate worldwide, and if you've already fallen prey to the fake warning messages, you need to act quickly if you want to save your computer from being rendered practically useless from countless spyware and malware infections as a result of this rogue program. Wed, 07 Jan 2009 22:46:09 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/263296/spyware-guard-2008-remove-spyware-guard-2008-before-its-too-late.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/262542/registry-repair-in-a-flash-how-registry-cleaner-software-can-fix-your-registry-in-minutes.htm It is inevitable - the errors, freezes, crashes, and general slowness that plagues all computer users at some point or another. A large majority of these issues are caused by corrupt registry entries. Luckily, however, you can perform registry repair rather easily and in a matter of minutes. Wed, 07 Jan 2009 00:52:01 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/262542/registry-repair-in-a-flash-how-registry-cleaner-software-can-fix-your-registry-in-minutes.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/252232/how-to-remove-a-trojan-virus-its-easier-than-you-think.htm So you went out and got yourself a Trojan Virus? Unfortunately, you probably don't have any antispyware software running on your computer or if you do, it's of the "free" variety. Luckily, all hope is not lost - there is a way to remove that nasty little Trojan Virus and it is a lot easier than you might think. Thu, 18 Dec 2008 17:23:58 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/252232/how-to-remove-a-trojan-virus-its-easier-than-you-think.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/250582/koobface-a-k-a-the-facebook-virus-why-fast-removal-is-critical.htm It's known primarily as The Facebook Virus, but a new Trojan called Koobface is spreading like wildfire via not only Facebook but other social networks such as Bebo, MySpace, and Friendster. Many users have become aware of how they have gotten this worm and what to look for to prevent it, however what they don't know is just how dangerous it can be. Tue, 16 Dec 2008 16:26:58 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/250582/koobface-a-k-a-the-facebook-virus-why-fast-removal-is-critical.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/235743/you-have-a-security-problem-remove-antivirus-2009-quickly-and-easily.htm If you've seen a message popup on your computer claiming that "You have a security problem", then you absolutely do have a problem - it is called Antivirus 2009 and it is a rogue antispyware program. Thu, 20 Nov 2008 14:34:42 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/235743/you-have-a-security-problem-remove-antivirus-2009-quickly-and-easily.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/235527/registry-clean-up-do-registry-cleaners-really-work.htm As a computer professional, one of the most common questions I get asked is about registry clean up, and more specifically - "Do registry cleaners work?" People really want to know that if they spend money on a registry cleaner, it will truly do what it says it will. Thu, 20 Nov 2008 04:57:52 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/235527/registry-clean-up-do-registry-cleaners-really-work.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/193213/why-does-my-computer-keeping-crashing-one-very-easy-way-to-find-out.htm Most of us have experienced it at one point or another, the infamous computer crash. The problem is that we often have no clue as to why it happens and are left wondering - Why does my computer keep crashing? Fortunately, there is one very easy way to find out why. Fri, 29 Aug 2008 05:18:03 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/193213/why-does-my-computer-keeping-crashing-one-very-easy-way-to-find-out.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/192534/antivirus-xp-2008-removal-it-can-be-as-easy-or-as-hard-as-you-want-it-to-be.htm If you've been infected with it, you probably already know that Antivirus XP 2008 removal can be a daunting task - but only depending on what approach you take to getting rid of it as it really can be as easy or as hard as you want it to be. Thu, 28 Aug 2008 05:50:40 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/192534/antivirus-xp-2008-removal-it-can-be-as-easy-or-as-hard-as-you-want-it-to-be.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/188498/registry-cleaning-software-3-secrets-to-finding-the-best-registry-cleaner.htm When the time comes when your computer is on the fritz and you are looking for registry cleaning software to fix your computer's errors, there are 3 secrets you need to now in order to find the absolute best registry cleaning software available. Thu, 21 Aug 2008 10:59:29 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/188498/registry-cleaning-software-3-secrets-to-finding-the-best-registry-cleaner.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/188384/free-spyware-removal-why-everything-youve-been-told-about-free-antispyware-software-is-a-lie.htm Being a computer professional, I get asked all the time about free spyware removal and what free antispyware software that I would recommend and my answer is always the same - none. That's because everything you've been told about free spyware removal is a lie. Thu, 21 Aug 2008 05:41:32 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/188384/free-spyware-removal-why-everything-youve-been-told-about-free-antispyware-software-is-a-lie.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/188381/blue-screen-of-death-diagnose-and-repair-the-infamous-windows-blue-screen.htm At some point or another, we'll all probably experience it - the dreaded "Blue Screen of Death." Unfortunately, most of the time we have no idea why it rears its ugly head. Luckily, there are now some great tools available that can diagnose and repair the infamous Windows Blue Screen. Thu, 21 Aug 2008 05:37:48 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/188381/blue-screen-of-death-diagnose-and-repair-the-infamous-windows-blue-screen.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/188371/how-to-fix-computer-errors-in-one-super-easy-step.htm Being a computer professional, I get asked all the time how to fix computer errors. Now I could get into a lengthy discussion about what type of errors they are seeing and what manual steps they can take, but that would be too much trouble. So my advice to them is to do something that is way simpler and far more effective. Thu, 21 Aug 2008 05:26:14 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/188371/how-to-fix-computer-errors-in-one-super-easy-step.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/187681/best-spyware-removal-tool-3-secrets-to-help-you-choose-the-best-spyware-remover.htm If you are one of the 90% of Internet users to be infected with spyware and you are looking for advice on what the best spyware remover is, here are 3 secrets to finding and selecting the most effective and proven spyware removal tool. Wed, 20 Aug 2008 09:45:21 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/187681/best-spyware-removal-tool-3-secrets-to-help-you-choose-the-best-spyware-remover.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/187508/free-spyware-removal-3-reasons-why-free-antispyware-software-isnt-worth-the-price-tag.htm Chances are good that you'll get infected with spyware - approximately 9 out of every 10 Internet users will get infected. Yet free spyware removal is all the rage these days, even though free tools will never completely remove spyware from your computer and they certainly won't protect you from future infections. Wed, 20 Aug 2008 02:54:06 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/187508/free-spyware-removal-3-reasons-why-free-antispyware-software-isnt-worth-the-price-tag.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/187487/trojan-vundo-removal-does-vundofix-actually-work.htm If you get infected with Trojan Vundo, removal of it often becomes a very difficult task. You will probably find that a lot of people will suggest that you can get rid of it by downloading and running VundoFix, but does it really work? You might be surprised to learn the truth. Wed, 20 Aug 2008 02:17:43 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/187487/trojan-vundo-removal-does-vundofix-actually-work.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/187428/how-to-get-rid-of-spyware-forever-one-crucial-thing-you-must-do-to-get-rid-of-spyware.htm Let's face it - if you own a computer you probably will get infected with spyware at some point. In fact, industry experts estimate that over 90% of all Internet users will get infected with spyware. But there is one very important thing you can do to get rid of spyware forever. Wed, 20 Aug 2008 00:39:25 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/187428/how-to-get-rid-of-spyware-forever-one-crucial-thing-you-must-do-to-get-rid-of-spyware.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/184564/one-simple-reason-why-you-should-be-terrified-of-spyware.htm Are you somebody who doesn't worry about spyware? Do you think that it's really no big deal, other than having to deal with annoying popups and a slow computer? You are likely making a huge mistake. Fri, 15 Aug 2008 01:21:40 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/184564/one-simple-reason-why-you-should-be-terrified-of-spyware.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/182807/5-tips-to-avoid-spyware-and-keep-your-computer-running-fast.htm Are you a regular internet user? Do you have an email account? If so, there is pretty good chance that you'll get infected with spyware but thankfully there are steps you can take to drastically reduce that chance. Tue, 12 Aug 2008 04:22:36 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/182807/5-tips-to-avoid-spyware-and-keep-your-computer-running-fast.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/182622/top-5-ways-you-know-you-are-infected-with-spyware.htm We've all heard of or read about the horror stories of how spyware has ruined somebody's PC or that they had to eventually reload their entire computer because of it, but how do you really know if your computer is infected with spyware? Mon, 11 Aug 2008 22:42:27 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/182622/top-5-ways-you-know-you-are-infected-with-spyware.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/182170/best-antispyware-software-5-things-to-look-for-when-comparison-shopping.htm If you are looking for the best antispyware software, the task of comparing so many different options and features can be quite daunting. You definitely want to be sure you have done your homework and are picking the best option, however how do you really know whether you will have made a sound decision? Mon, 11 Aug 2008 08:00:54 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/182170/best-antispyware-software-5-things-to-look-for-when-comparison-shopping.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/181690/7-top-ways-to-get-infected-with-spyware-and-destroy-your-computer.htm Popups, painfully slow performance, browser home page hijacks, 47 new icons showing up on your desktop - all of which are the perks of having your computer infected with numerous spyware and adware applications, however not all of you will get the pleasure of experiencing the wonders of a malware infection. Sun, 10 Aug 2008 01:47:00 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/181690/7-top-ways-to-get-infected-with-spyware-and-destroy-your-computer.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/181683/see-angelina-jolie-nude-its-just-another-spyware-scam.htm "Angelina Jolie nude" is one of the most searched for terms on the internet so it is no wonder why hackers decided to exploit this with a newly discovered spyware trojan. Sun, 10 Aug 2008 01:37:21 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/181683/see-angelina-jolie-nude-its-just-another-spyware-scam.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/181230/virtumonde-removal-do-free-virtumonde-removal-tools-really-work.htm Virtumonde removal can be one of the most frustrating things you'll ever attempt to do as a computer user. You'll run across a myriad of opinions on how to go about it, most of which are from people who have no business handing out technical advice especially about something as important as Virtumonde removal. Sat, 09 Aug 2008 06:54:19 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/181230/virtumonde-removal-do-free-virtumonde-removal-tools-really-work.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/181189/how-to-get-free-cable-tv-its-easier-than-you-think.htm Everybody wants to know how to get free cable TV. We're all tired of getting ripped off by cable companies and satellite TV companies and we're all tired of paying through the roof just to be able to watch TV. Sat, 09 Aug 2008 05:40:28 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/181189/how-to-get-free-cable-tv-its-easier-than-you-think.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/180474/warning-spyware-detected-on-your-computer-legitimate-or-a-hoax.htm If you've ever seen the "Warning Spyware Has Been Detected on Your Computer" popup show its ugly head on your computer, the very first thing you need to do is take your hands off the mouse because the absolute worst thing you can do is to follow the directions on the popup and click it, because it is a hoax. Thu, 07 Aug 2008 20:01:26 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/180474/warning-spyware-detected-on-your-computer-legitimate-or-a-hoax.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/180342/free-spyware-removal-the-truth-revealed.htm Do free spyware removal tools really work? Are they effective enough to keep your computer clean and protect you from the constant bombardment of spyware and adware all of us face as Internet users? Thu, 07 Aug 2008 16:18:48 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/180342/free-spyware-removal-the-truth-revealed.htm