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AFL teams a danger on the Web: Google

Google has flagged the Web sites of 10 AFL clubs as potentially dangerous, preventing visitors from accessing the teams' sites via the search engine.

Mac trojan multiplies but won't kill your dog

If users thought the Mac-targeted trojan discovered last week was a one-off, they'll need to think again -- security firm F-Secure has discovered 32 variants of it, but claims about its powers have been wildly overstated, according to experts.

Helpful Mac OS X worms?

By creating three proof-of-concept worms last week, Kevin Finisterre started a public dialog over Mac OS X security. But he also opened a Pandora's box, giving script kiddies techniques that could be used in future Mac OS X viruses.

Symantec warns users over Bluetooth security

With Bluetooth wireless features fast becoming commonplace on mobile devices, users need to be aware of the security vulnerabilities linked to the technology, said a Symantec executive.

PC survival time 'down to 20 minutes'

Virgin PCs connected to the Internet won't even last long enough to download critical patches, says the SANS Institute.

DIY: Master your Windows processes

Suffering from a slow PC, but bamboozled by what's going on with Windows Task Manager? Here is some software that will take the mystery out of what's going on with your system processes.

Ten things you should do to a new PC before surfing the Web

A Microsoft Windows PC that has not been updated for security vulnerabilities will be compromised by some from of malware within minutes of connecting to the Internet. Take steps to protect yourself before you start Web surfing.

50 significant moments from internet history

We take you through 50 defining moments of the internet.