how do i keep ppl from seeing whats om my computer, from another state?
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You can install a firewall on your PC or buy a router to connect to the Internet through.  The easiest thing is to not "share" any files on your computer.  If you go into 'Computer Managment' in Windows, right-click on 'My Computer' and select 'Manage.'  You can see all the shares on your machines and who, if anyone, is connected to them.  Just un-share everything until this list is empty.
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yes , use thier spyware software too, afirewall, some antivirus.
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contact your ssystem administrator, he/she may know of anonymous sites you can bounce through
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Tools\n >internet options\n  >Security\n\nGood luck! =)
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I will suggest you with logmein.com. You can remotly access you computer from ANYWHERE in the worl which has a internet connection, provided your comp is on and connected to the internet(high-speed). \n\nFollow the directions below:\n#1 You have to make a account with logmein, so go ahead and make one at http://www.logmein.com\n\n#2 Download the software that you need to install to thecomp. you want to remotly control. Click here http://www.download.com/LogMeIn-Free/3000-7240_4-10434405.html \n\n#3 If you do not use Win Xp It MAY mess up you video drive, and if you use Win. XP you moniter will flick for a 2 sec or more. \n\n#4 When u want to remotly control your PC, you will need to install their Plug-in. \n\n#5 it is very safe, 256 bit encryption.\n\n100% FREE
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Get a good firewall such as zonealarm(they have a free version)\nthen it will ask you if it's ok whenever someone tries to get into your computer with spyware/adware.  Probably be a good idea to \nrun a spyware/adware removal tool first.  There are free ones available, do a google search for free spyware removers. Be careful though whenever you download software, sometimes there are spyware or viruses attached.
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One sure way is to use a firewall to restrict all access to the interent to only your computer's IP address, or to the mac address if you have that option.
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.\nDavid, it would not be wise for anyone here to post that information\nBECAUSE, then that would allow everyone that reads the answer to get into everyone elses pc without permission, now wouldn't it?\n\nI suggest that you take YOUR pc to a technician, and they can do this for you.\n\n.
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Your information should be pretty safe just stay away from peer to peer download sites like limewire and kazaa.  These sites allow outside pc's just about the same access to your computer as your present setup.  also consider downloading the following programs (FREE). Ad AwareSE (Spyware Cleaner), Spy Bot (Spyware Cleaner), Avast (Virus Software), and Zone Alert (Firewall).  I know you already have Mcafee but the more the better.
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Make sure you have a firewall. That is a must.\n\ntry Sygate.\n\nAlso run anti-spy programs once a week, or more if needed.
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actually,u must have a anti-virus software which says-u r about to leave a secure site or whatever........u just need to check the box which says-don't show me this message again........isn't it easy?!!
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Not necessarily. Disable sharing your drives, and turn on the firewall if you're using Windows XP
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Delete that crap and just scan online\n\nhttp://www.jimmyr.com/security.php
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I've got the perfect answer.  I've also had the same type of situation.  I have a large family and everyone uses the same computer.  I have private pictures and business spreadsheets that I don't want anyone seeing.  Afer looking around the web I finally found http://www.folderhider.com  It did a great job.  The only issue is it did cost $29, but for me it was well worth it.  If you check around like I did after the fact there are also some free ones, but I'm HAPPY!
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Ah, can you just answer one additional question:\n\nIs this to prevent your kids from accessing the sites?\n\nThere is software such as "NetNanny", "CyberPatrol" or "WebWatcher" that can prevent access to websites you dont want them to get access to, i personaly find it a challange to bypass such systems and therfore would recomend that you tell you kids that if they wish to use those sites then they do so outside of your house.\n\nAnnother option is if you have an operating system like Windows XP (VISTA has all the options you want, but is a terrible Operating System), you can install a program to monitor a certain account (to ensure they are not doing anything you dont want them to be doing, you can even log what emails they write).
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Don't let them on without you there you can setup a password so that they can not even start the computer without it..see your manual on changing your systems bias settings..
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you can try zone alarm suite.it's the best software for the security of your computer.it has firewall,antivirus program and all the things you need to keep your computer going on...all in one. I love it so try it by yourself!