March 21 2008 COOLSITES Newsletter #157 by Mark Donaldson

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I have published the March 21 2008 COOLSITES Newsletter #157 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.


March 21 2008 COOLSITES Newsletter #157 by Mark Donaldson

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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
March 16, 2008

Sorry, once again, I'm short on time and I don't have anything new for you.
Please hang in there. I'll hopefully have new stuff for you next week.

Last Newsletter http://freewarewiki.com/ClifNotesNewsletter080302
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Security News

"National Cyber Alert System Cyber Security Alert SA08-079A Apple Updates for Multiple Vulnerabilities Original release date: March 19, 2008 Source: US-CERT Systems Affected * Apple Mac OS X * Apple Safari for Mac and Windows Overview: Apple Mac OS X and Apple Safari are affected by multiple vulnerabilities. Apple has released Security Update 2008-002 and Safari 3.1 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 2008-002 or Safari 3.1. 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, http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA08-079A.html "


"Websense(R) Security Labs(TM) has discovered that the official Web site of MSNBC Sports has been compromised with malicious code. This same attack has compromised dozens of other high-profile sites such as ZDNet, archive.org, wired.com, and history.com. This attack has been discussed in our previous blog. A link to a malicious JavaScript file has been inserted into the source of the Web site. Visitors to the site execute the script, which attempts to gain access to the visitor's computer. We have notified the owners of MSNBC of the malicious content on their site. It is important to note that the hub site that is hosting the malicious JavaScript is currently down. References: http://www.websense.com/securitylabs/blog/blog.php?BlogID=179 "



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Security Links

4 Social Security Scams. Scambusters.org: http://www.scambusters.org/socialsecurity.html

Apple issues mega-monster security update. 'Frighteningly large' release patches nearly 90 bugs in Leopard, Tiger: http://www.computerworld.com/action/article.do?command=viewArticleBasi...mp;arti

Facebook improves privacy, adds IM: http://ct.download.com/clicks?t=44269109-be56918137808c8d29d6177983a63...-bf&amp

Hackers Attack Trend Micro. The security vendor was one of the victims of a widespread Web attack this week: http://www.pcworld.com/article/id,143445-c,hackers/article.html

Hackers have already found a way into the newest iPhone software, just three months before it's officially launched to the public: http://www.infopackets.com/channels/en/windows/gazette/2008/20080314_h...ers_cho

Implantable Medical Devices May Expose Patients To Security, Privacy Risks: http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/03/080312134128.htm

iPhone. Apple's Control Of IPhone Software Targeted By Rogue Program: http://money.cnn.com/news/newsfeeds/articles/djf500/200803132020DOWJON...JONLINE

Microsoft fixes a dozen Office flaws in four patches; all are critical: http://ct.cnet-ssa.cnet.com/clicks?t=44137391-be56918137808c8d29d61779...633af-b

Microsoft Operates on Office. Microsoft has released a slew of fixes meant to patch up some fairly significant holes: http://www.infopackets.com/channels/en/windows/gazette/2008/20080312_m...osoft_o

New. DemocraKey. Imagine carrying a portable security suite with you wherever you go: http://www.democrakey.com/

New. Haute Secure 2.0 Haute Secure 2.0 blocks malicious content on Web sites: http://reviews.cnet.com/internet-security-and-firewall/haute-secure-2-...505-366

New. Hotspot Shield. Make sure your Wi-Fi access is secure: http://hotspotshield.com/

Phishing Scams, Frivolous Arguments Top the 2008 -Dirty Dozen- Tax Scams: http://www.irs.gov/newsroom/article/0,,id=180075,00.html

RealPlayer vulnerable in Internet Explorer: http://ct.cnet-ssa.cnet.com/clicks?t=44137392-be56918137808c8d29d61779...633af-b

Spam Proof eMail Address Generator. Generates Image: http://www.spam-proof-email-generator.com/

Top 10 Antispyware apps March 2008 - CNET reviews: http://reviews.cnet.com/4520-3688_7-6812013-1.html?tag=nl.e404

Update. Comodo Firewall Pro 3.0.20.320: http://www.personalfirewall.comodo.com/

Update. Crypt4Free 4.7.0 128 bit to 2048 bit strong aes encryption software.: http://www.secureaction.com/encryption_free/

Update. Returnil Virtual System Personal Edition 2.0 simple, smart and strong approach to PC safety: http://www.returnilvirtualsystem.com/index_files/rvspersonal.htm

Update. TrueCrypt 5.1a Free Open-Source On-The-Fly Disk Encryption Software for Windows Vista-XP, Mac OS X and Linux: http://www.truecrypt.org/

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Windows Secrets Newsletter • Issue 144 • 2008-03-13

The following topics appear in the free version

INTRODUCTION We've made our secrets easier to find
Surf our articles just the way you like

TOP STORY Carry an entire operating system in your pocket
Assessing your portable alternatives
This is not your father's Linux
The best way to set up your flash-drive OS

KNOWN ISSUES You have another few months to acquire XP
System builders can license XP 'til Jan. 2009
Readers reveal more ways to dry a soggy gizmo

WACKY WEB WEEK Would you like mental floss with that?

http://WindowsSecrets.com/comp/080320

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Strange Problem with Gmail

Mick Combs writes:

Every time I try to use gmail to contact you, gmail exits when I start typing! That's why I have to use my regular Outlook Express to contact you. Win XP SP2, with all updates. I even tried to use gmail in I.E.7, same thing! Is there a "glitch" in gmail? I don't have any problems with gmail, except your account.

I wrote back with some suggestions and here they are along with Mick's responses:

That is the strangest "glitch" I have ever heard of. Click "Settings" and then "Filters" and check there. Also check all of your setting.

Filters are clear - never used any

One question: when you say "gmail exits when I start typing" are you talking about typing in the address box, subject box or the compose field.

As soon as I hit ANY key on the keyboard, I get "FireFox must exit" error. I also note that the little green bar in the status bar stays 90% until I hit a key, then it shows "Done" and the error pops up!

I don't normally use gmail, so I don't know how long this has been occurring. I have any received gmail linked to O.E. so I only go to gmail occasionally to delete spam! I belong to the local "FreeCycle" group (which uses gmail), and just receive mail through my linked O.E. I just tried a different person, and FireFox error'd right out! So it's not you, it's a problem with FF.

He solved his problem.

My problem with sending you e-mail with gmail, is due to a conflict with FireFox. I changed my default browser to Internet Explorer, opened directly into gmail, and (as you see), gmail works fine. If I open gmail direct with my default browser set to FF, I get "dumped" as soon as I type anything! Maybe FF 3 will clear this up!!!

I told him to contact Firefox and here is his response:

This seems to work using original (old) version! Here is their response to this problem:

"It's a known issue with Gmail and their engineers are working on it. Their suggested workaround is: Please try logging in to your account through our secured interface, available via https://mail.google.com. Be sure to use this exact URL, with no characters after '.com.' If you continue to experience difficulties, please access your mail from the older version of Gmail while we work to resolve the issue."

Congrats Mick on being a "power user".


Thanks

I would also like to thank the subscriber, who wishes to remain anonymous, who generously offered to give me the money necessary to solve my Gmail problems. I thanked him but declined because I want to do this myself and do it free of cost and advertisements.


From Another Subscriber:

Greetings.

You really ought to try the programs you mention, before passing them on. That Talkster is a bit silly. As far as I can make out, when you use the service, a voice just says you should ring the number in your caller display, back!!

Cheers.

I sent back this email:

I don't test programs that are recommended in other reputable newsletters for several reasons. First, I do this as a hobby and don't have the time. I would spend most of my day doing it if I tested everything. And second, I am still using Windows 98 SE and less and less programs work on 98.





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COOLSITES 152 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.