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Nov 24 could be 'Black Monday' for computer viruses
Nov 24 could be 'Black Monday' for computer viruses
An internet security company has warned that next Monday could be the worst day of the year for computer attacks.
Scientists to Evolve Viruses to Death
Scientists to Evolve Viruses to Death
inventorspot.com — Evolution, by the very meaning of the word, is generally thought to be a process that slowly... unfolds over time, without outside interference. But now scientists from Rice University are trying to force certain viruses to evolve erratically, in ... (more) Scientists to Evolve Viruses to Death
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November 24: Computer Virus 'Black Monday'?
The Raw Feed — PC Tools said malicious virus attacks could SPIKE on Monday, November 24.

Black Friday tips to avoid hackers
Gadgetell — ... in the US.  This year they expect an increase of 15% based on Shop.org’s eholiday study, thanks to bargain hungry shoppers who will take to the net after the stores run out of their early Black Friday specials. PC Tools acquired their data from their installed base of Threatfire.  The software reports back threats it has quashed.  Below, the company offers 8 online shopping tips to keep your info safe. Keep a sharp lookout, as always. Read [telegraph] PC Tools’ 8 Tips for Safe Online Holiday Shopping ...

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