Surfing With Sharks
Publicly exploitable vulnerabilities with Internet Explorer are far more common than many security people would like. The recently discovered VML arbitrary code execution flaw is probably one of the more serious issues to come to light in recent months. Based on a vulnerability in a core component of Internet Explorer, the vulnerability allows attackers to run code of their choice on victim's systems, provided that they can be tricked into viewing malicious content.
ON Networks Introduces Searchin' USA: A Hilarious New Internet TV Show Chronicling Americans' Web Surfing Habits
In our wired, tech savvy world, Americans can access a potpourri of information anytime, anywhere. Indeed, with an Internet search engine and a few quick keystrokes, the average citizen has a treasure trove of information at their fingertips. But what are we looking for online? Searchin' USA (www.searchinusa.tv), an irreverent new Internet TV show charting the week's top 10 most searched-for terms on the web, provides the hilarious answers.
Your PC is Recording your Online Surfing History
The best thing that has to be done to prevent this is to have an internet eraser software installed in the computer. With the installation of the internet eraser software, the computer is scanned for unwanted files which are then removed. The files can be deleted manually or the user can set options for deleting these unwanted files automatically by the internet eraser software. Besides this, your sensitive information stored in the computer such as passwords, bank account number, and social security number are also protected by this internet eraser software.
Internet Safety Month - Safe Surfing at School
Congress passed a May 16 resolution declaring June as National Internet Safety Month. According to the resolution, 35 million US school children have Internet access and one-third of students in grades five through 12 can circumvent Internet filters.
Making Net-surfing As Easy As Pie
Wouldn't you agree that the Internet is wonderful. It joins us with people all over the world. It allows us to view information that we would otherwise not be able to access. Using it is probably easier than "easy as pie". And one of the things that helps us access the Internet, is the proxy server.
Philippines Surfing if You Want to Miss the Crowds
Philippines surfing is not quite a destination that would conjure up images of brilliant surfing breaks. Truth be told surfing in the Philippines can be fickle, but if you are after an adventure, are willing to go off the beaten track and are not afraid to try something different, then surfing in the Philippines will not disappoint you.
MoreBeach.com Announces 3rd Annual Winter Surfing Photo Contest
MoreBeach.com announces its third annual Winter Surfing Photo Contest. Surfers and their friends are invited to submit photos for a chance to win a cash prize and a Billabong wetsuit.
Indian online Retailer DiamondOcean.com Set to Make Big Waves in the Diamond Jewelry Market
From engagement rings to wedding bands and original designs, DiamondOcean.com -- the online retailer operated by Marquise Gems -- offers a range of diamond jewelry. The site is based in India but serves an international clientele.
See Spot Surf at National Dog Surfing Competition
More than 60 brave surf dogs are expected to Hang 10 (errr, 20) for a great cause at the 3rd annual "Loews Coronado Bay Resort Surf Dog Competition" on June 28 in Imperial Beach, Calif. Each dog will have three waves (or chances) to impress a panel of professional judges and will be scored on confidence level, length of ride and overall ability to "grip it and rip it."
Not Your Typical Surfing
"Hey, its time to shut the computer down," you hear a voice coming from the other room There was a time you used to respond and care, but the was a long time ago
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What is Anonymous Surfing?
What Anonymous Surfing Is
People who have concerns about privacy issues that arise from surfing the web are not without a means to fix the problem. Anonymous surfing allows users to surf the web from any computer and hide their identity such as IP address, location (city/state/country), and browser information. It also allows employees to surf from their work PC while protecting the company's computer information. Anonymous surfing can protect the user from being identified as having surfed the web when they're not supposed to for example from their place of employment. Some of the Anonymous Surfing services will hide user's URL's along with their website traffic. The information is hidden within a Virtual Private Network. This is very effective when people use broadband and went to ensure nobody can peruse their personal information.
Additional Provisions of Anonymous Surfing
Anonymous surfing not only provides privacy protection it gives users a host of other bonuses. Pop-ups become a thing of the past since anonymous surfing often blocks them. Also, users don't have to be concerned with cookies and home-page hijackings because many anonymous surfing sites take care of them. Other items that anonymous surfing takes care of are: home-page hijackings, adware, spyware, and keeps people from getting a computer virus. Often bandwidth is decreased which increases the speed of the Internet.
Will it Cost Me?
Many anonymous surfing services are free of charge. However, they do offer users manifold services that do come with a charge. Some of the sites offer the opportunity to store bookmarks, no limitations placed upon downloads, ability to have file extension, assurance of prime access even during times of high volume and traffic numbers, and the ability to circumvent the cache. Others offer the convenience of email, IM service, and chatting capability.
Why aren't More People Utilizing Anonymous Surfing?
Alot of people don't know about anonymous surfing or don't yet feel the true need for privacy as they should. Anonymous surfing goes far in protecting users and their information while they move around online. Also, alot of people aren't aware that anonymous surfing exacts or that they truly have a need to protect themselves by concealing their IP address and other vital information.
Which Type of Anonymous Surfing Sites are Out There?
@nonymouse Anonymous Web Surfing gives users the ability to type into a URL, and the web page will be extracted for the user. Proxify eliminates ads, cookies, scripts, information from referrers, and the option to hide page titles exists as well. The cloak permits users to surf on sites and while doing so it removes Java code that the site may attempt to place on one's webpage. Also, the cloak removes images and cookies.
Tom Paine writes for The Tech FAQ and is the author of articles such as Anonymous Surfing, Anonymous Proxy, and How do Websites Use Cookies?
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