Feb 21, 2008 | computers, OneCare, SBS, security, software, Vista, WinXP
I work with small businesses – typically with 1-25 workstations, 1-2 servers, and no onsite IT staff. The business owners know it’s important to stay safe and up-to-date, but there’s little desire to have me hanging around doing routine audits....
Feb 20, 2008 | computers, OneCare, security, software, Vista, WinXP
Windows Live OneCare is the only software that takes responsibility for all four of the important housekeeping functions. When its icon is green, I’m confident that a computer is protected against viruses and adware/spyware and all security updates are installed...
Feb 19, 2008 | computers, OneCare, security, software, Vista, WinXP
There are four housekeeping functions that require attention on every computer.1. Antivirus protection2. Adware/spyware protection3. Installation of security-related updates4. BackupsIf those functions are performed, you can use a computer to accomplish wonderful...
Feb 4, 2008 | computers, Microsoft, OneCare, security, software
The Windows Live OneCare team continues to find new ways to shoot themselves in the foot. There have already been a number of bugs and annoyances that have been poorly handled. Better communication would have prevented some of the negative media coverage in the past,...
Jan 16, 2008 | Microsoft, OneCare, security
Windows Live OneCare 2.0 upgrade tips Windows Live OneCare 2.0 troubleshootingI have championed Windows Live OneCare since its release in November 2005. It arrived when Norton and Mcafee were disgracing themselves with increasingly poor security suites and took over...
Jan 16, 2008 | Microsoft, OneCare, security
After the upgrade to version 2.0 is installed, OneCare will demand answers to a number of questions. These steps will get you through with a minimum of fuss, and return you to the simplest setup.If you are asked for a Windows Live ID name and password to activate the...
