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Old 16th Mar 2009, 05:21
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Default Can viruses really steal ID information?

I would also reccommend, if you havn't already, secure your connection.

Otherwise anyone near you can use your internet access, and quite easily access all the files on your computer remotely.

It's possible because it can be useful ie. I can access my mums computer downstairs if theres a file I need, or print something from her printer, because she needs it, or mines not working. BUT if your network is not secure, anyone within range can connect and do exactly the same to you, whether you want them to or not. All you have to do is add a simple encryption to it.

If you want to do this but don't know how just post back and I'll walk you through it.
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