Today at the Black Hat USA 2010 conference Microsoft announced the extension of the Microsoft Active Protections Program (MAPP) to include vulnerability information from Adobe Systems. MAPP is a collaborative effort that helps protect people from current and future online threats. Microsoft is a continuing sponsor of Black Hat, one of the most popular conferences [...]
It’s true that a slow computer could be a sign of a virus or other malicious software, but it could be something else. If your computer is acting funny, take these three steps to help diagnose the problem: 1. Scan your computer for viruses with Windows Live Safety Scanner. 2. Remove viruses with the Microsoft [...]
There’s a new version of Microsoft’s free webmail service and it’s coming your way soon. The new Windows Live Hotmail offers cool new features like more storage, the ability to edit Microsoft Office documents, and better interaction with your favorite websites. But what we really like are the ways the new Hotmail enhances security. Here [...]
Redmond Magazine recently posted an interesting story that explores what information Microsoft collects from customers and how they use it. Most of what is collected is system information that isn’t connected with your name and address or other personal information and is used to improve Microsoft products. For more information, see What Does Microsoft Know [...]