February 15 2008 COOLSITES Newsletter #152 by Mark Donaldson

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I have published the February 15 2008 COOLSITES Newsletter #152 by Mark Donaldson.

The following is an excerpt from this weeks newsletter. To see the full newsletter with all of the COOLSITES links please click and bookmark this link: http://luem42.googlepages.com/coolsites.html and check it each week. Thank you. Mark.

February 15 2008 COOLSITES Newsletter #152 by Mark Donaldson

Attention All COOLSITES Subscribers:

This newsletter and my addresses at Gmail.com have been falsely tagged as a source of spam so you may not have received the last few month's newsletters. The help I have been getting from Google has been nothing more than "form letter" responses.

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Thank You for your continued support.

Update Saturday 2-16. Most of the newsletters got through although all MSN and Hotmail addresses rejected it. I don't know if Google fixed it or all of my subscribers hitting "Not Spam" did it. Thanks to all who may have helped. Mark.

Semper Gratis (forever free)

Wherever you go if you see the user name LUEM42 that's me

COOLSITES is a list of safe, fun, useful, informative and just plain cool websites and programs that are FREE, FREE and FREE. All of the programs and websites I list are free. If I list anything that is so good but isn't free I will list the price with it.

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Pirillo's Picks for February 13 2007

"And if you think that's a lot of links, you should see how many http://luem42.com/ collects every day. It's enough to make you wanna never leave the house again as long as you live" Yours Digitally, Chris Pirillo http://chris.pirillo.com/

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Clif Notes Newsletter, Feb 2007 http://freewarewiki.com/ClifNotes

"The COOLSITES Newsletter - find the coolest links here. This fella named Mark Donaldson has been sending out his lists of cool sites since 2003. I'd never heard of him before last week. One day I was Googling myself to see who was posting links to my newsletter, and I found his website. I guess he's mentioned my newsletter at least 3 times. I like the COOLSITES website too, but I think it could use some reformatting to make it a bit easier to read. What I really like is the content there. Mark must really read a lot of stuff on the web and he takes the best links then tells you about them." http://freewarewiki.com/CoolSitesNewsletter

Welcome to Clif Notes Newsletter
February 10, 2008

Here are the headlines from this week's newsletter.

# REVIEWS
1. jZip - a free WinZip alternative
2. TeraCopy - a better copy and move for Windows
3. AnnotSX - file annotator shell extension
4. SurF - unique Explorer replacement
5. VirDir Manager - assign drive letters to folders
6. Waluigi World - Mario is missing?
7. Old Newsletter

# TIPS AND FEEDBACK
1. Frapper - you people live all over the world!
2. What free software do you need?
3. VHS to DVD in Six Steps - online course for you
4. Your MySpace Web Browser is Coming
5. The Best, Free Alternatives to Nero CD/DVD Burner
6. Internet Fixes Weekend Windup
7. Comments last week

# COOL WEBSITES
1. DizzyWood - virtual play-world for kids
2. Learn new languages online: Babbel
3. ExtractVideo - download online videos fast
4. UmbilicalBrothers - skits with more humor
5. CoolSites Newsletter this week

# NEW NEWS
1. SnapFiles.com - new and updated freeware
2. News from Sarah in Tampa
3. Security news from Malware Advisor
4. A view from CyberNirvana

This week's Newsletter http://freewarewiki.com/ClifNotesNewsletter080210
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Security News

National Cyber Alert System Cyber Security Alert SA08-043B Apple Updates for Multiple Vulnerabilities Original release date: February 12, 2008 Source: US-CERT Systems Affected: * Apple Mac OS X versions prior to and including 10.4.11 (Tiger) and 10.5.1 (Leopard) These vulnerabilities affect both Intel-based and PowerPC-based Apple systems. Overview: Apple Mac OS X is affected by multiple vulnerabilities. Apple has released Security Update 2008-001 and Apple Mac OS X version 10.5.2 to address these vulnerabilities, the most serious of which may allow a remote attacker to take control of your computer. Solution: Install an Update Use Software Update to install Apple Security Update 2008-001 or Apple Mac OS X version 10.5.2. Description: Apple Mac OS X is affected by multiple vulnerabilities. These vulnerabilities could allow an attacker to run malicious programs on your computer, crash your computer, or access your data without your approval. For more technical information see: http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA08-043B.html

National Cyber Alert System Cyber Security Alert SA08-043A Adobe Reader and Acrobat Vulnerabilities Original release date: February 12, 2008 Source: US-CERT Systems Affected * Adobe Reader 8.1.1 and earlier * Adobe Acrobat Professional, 3D, and Standard 8.1.1 and earlier Overview: Adobe Reader and Adobe Acrobat are affected by multiple vulnerabilities. Adobe has released Security advisory APSA08-01 to address these vulnerabilities, the most serious of which may allow a remote attacker to take control of your computer. Solution: Upgrade Upgrade to Adobe Reader and Adobe Acrobat 8.1.2 as described in Adobe Security advisory APSA08-01. Description: Adobe Reader and Acrobat products are affected by multiple vulnerabilities. These vulnerabilities could allow an attacker to run malicious programs on your computer, crash your computer, or access your data. An attacker could exploit some of these vulnerabilities by convincing you to visit a web site that links to a specially crafted Portable Document Format (PDF) file. At least one of these vulnerabilities is being actively exploited. The SANS Internet Storm Center Handler's Diary contains more information. For more technical information see: http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA08-043A.html

National Cyber Alert System Cyber Security Alert SA08-043C Microsoft Updates for Multiple Vulnerabilities Original release date: February 12, 2008 Source: US-CERT Systems Affected * Microsoft Windows * Microsoft Internet Explorer * Microsoft Office Overview: Vulnerabilities in Microsoft Windows and Office could allow an attacker to gain control of your computer. Solution: Install updates Microsoft has released updates to remedy vulnerabilities in Microsoft Windows and Office. Updates for Microsoft Windows are available on the Microsoft Update site. We also recommend enabling Automatic Updates. Description: Vulnerabilities in Microsoft Windows may allow an attacker to access your computer, install and run malicious software on your computer, or cause it to crash. technical information is available in http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA08-043C.html

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Security Links

72 Tips for Safer Computing - Expert Help by PC Magazine: http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,1759,2254028,00.asp

AAP SafetyNet- Internet Security Settings: http://safetynet.aap.org/

Cell phone companies revive The Cram: http://clarkhoward.com/shownotes/2008/01/28/#13162

Donor Beware- How to Spot a Fake Charity. Don't Be Fooled by Swindlers Looking to Prey on Your Generosity: http://abcnews.go.com/Business/PersonalBest/story?id=4228271&page=1

E-Mail Carries Love And Viruses For Valentine's Day. The FBI is warning that an unexpected e-card in your in-box may contain the Storm Worm virus: http://www.informationweek.com/software/showArticle.jhtml?articleID=206502134

Microsoft fixes 17 flaws in 11 patches; 6 are 'critical': http://ct.cnet-ssa.cnet.com/clicks?t=42262495-be56918137808c8d29d61779...633af-b

Microsoft releases massive set of security updates: http://www.infoworld.com/article/08/02/12/Microsoft-releases-massive-s...of-secu

Most malware comes from legit sites, says researcher - Network World: http://www.networkworld.com/news/2008/012308-most-malware-comes-from-legit.html

Mozilla patches critical Firefox flaws. Mozilla issued 10 patches for its Firefox browser, including three for critical vulnerabilities: http://www.infoworld.com/article/08/02/08/Mozilla-patches-critical-Fir...x-flaws

Patches keep coming- Apple fixes OS X security bugs. Apple's latest security updates fix 11 bugs in the Mac OS, including eight bugs in the recently released Leopard: http://www.infoworld.com/article/08/02/12/Apple-fixes-OS-X-security-bugs_1.html

Phone viruses to spread as telecom, computer worlds merge, say experts: http://news.smh.com.au/phone-viruses-to-spread-as-telecom-computer-wor...-merge-

Security Report Claims Net Holes Hidden: http://apnews.myway.com/article/20080212/D8UOFST80.html

Taxing Times- Steer Clear of the New IRS Scams. Scambusters.org: http://www.scambusters.org/irsscams.html

Update. Comodo Firewall Pro 3.0.17.304: http://www.personalfirewall.comodo.com/

Update. Spyware Terminator 2.1.0.313 realtime spyware protection. Free spyware removal and spyware protection - Spyware Terminator: http://www.spywareterminator.com/

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Total eclipse of the Moon

Start planning now for the grand total eclipse of the Moon that's coming on the evening of Wednesday, February 20th, for all of the Americas. Mark.

NASA - Total Lunar Eclipse On Wednesday evening, February 20th: http://science.nasa.gov/headlines/y2008/13feb_lunareclipse.htm?list38463

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Space Weather News for Feb. 14, 2008
http://spaceweather.com

Malfunctioning spy satellite USA 193 has been in the news lately because of expectations that it will reenter Earth's atmosphere in March and turn into a spectacular fireball. Reentry has not yet begun, but sky watchers are already noticing the satellite as it zips over Europe and the United States shining as brightly as a first or second magnitude star. Typical photos are shown on today's edition of http://spaceweather.com.

In fact, USA 193 may never reenter--at least not in one piece. Today, the Pentagon announced it will attempt to blast the satellite with a missile before its orbit decays. This would lessen the chances of dangerous satellite debris and fuel reaching the ground while increasing the population of space junk in low-Earth orbit.

Would you like to see USA 193 with your own eyes? It is about to make a series of evening appearances over many US towns and cities, beginning this weekend and continuing until the Pentagon intervenes. Flyby timetables may be found at Heavens Above (http://heavens-above.com). You can also receive telephone and email alerts when the satellite is about to fly over your backyard by subscribing to Spaceweather PHONE: http://spaceweatherphone.com .

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Windows Secrets Newsletter â€¢ Issue 140 â€¢ 2008-02-14

The following topics appear in the free version

TOP STORY Make your computer dual-boot Vista and XP
Add an XP option to your new Vista system
How to customize your boot menu

KNOWN ISSUES Labs provide alternatives in evaluating suites
Finding credible security suite rankings online
Norton Removal Tool can damage QuickBooks
Commercial software helps finish bad uninstalls

WACKY WEB WEEK Suffering the slings of Cupid's arrow

http://WindowsSecrets.com/comp/080214

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COOLSITES 112 cool links

I harvest what I believe to be the best links from the best sources that are safe, fun, informative, useful and just plain cool. I categorize them and edit their descriptions for clarity.

To see the full newsletter with all of the COOLSITES links please click and bookmark this link: http://luem42.googlepages.com/coolsites.html and check it each week. Thank you. Mark.