How to fix “Could not create the Java Virtual Machine” Error
I worked on a user’s computer for a problem related to Java. It took me several hours to figure it out. In the end, it […]
Security
How to Protect against Identity Theft for Free
Some users have asked me how they can protect themselves against identity theft. I have researched the topic for a while and found the following steps for […]
How to Convert WPA Passphrase to Key for Embedded Devices
I recently changed my home wireless router’s encryption from WEP to WPA Personal. Most of my computers and wireless-enabled devices could connect without a problem […]
How to Restore a Computer Affected by McAfee DAT 5958
McAfee released a virus definition file DAT 5958 today. After the virus definition file has been installed, it will identify a legit system file (svchost.exe) […]
Microsoft Security Advisory: F1 Key and Internet Explorer
Microsoft has issued an advisory about a vulnerability in VBScript through the use of Internet Explorer on Windows 2000, XP and 2003 server. A malicious […]
Free Conficker Scanner
Most of the IT admins are getting ready for the Conficker worms which are supposed to wake up on 4/1/2009. According to a new research […]
McAfee 8.5 Framework Service Problem
If you have a problem with McAfee 8.5 where the framework service doesn’t run, here are things that you can try. Uninstall McAfee Delete the […]
What Can You Do When You Cannot Scan Virus in Safe Mode
I helped a friend with her infected laptop this past weekend. Usually I only need to boot the computer in safe mode and scan virus […]