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PROTECT files folders without software easily

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Microsoft Windows users can have multiple user profiles on a single computer. This allows different  users to work on the same computer and yet have their own customized settings. Folders generally start out as accessible to anyone, meaning that other user profiles can access personal document folders and files that may risk unauthorized access and compromise privacy. You can apply security settings to those folders which you feel would be better if no one except you can access that file or folder. You can s ecure these files  by locking them up in a folder and access them as and when necessary. Storing them in a password protected folder is the only viable solution so that only those people knowing the password of the folder can access and use it. Through this tutorial I will guide you to create a password protected folder without using any third party software. The method will not only encrypt the data but also hide it.  In this process a folder named "CyboBytes" will b...

Share PC Internet Connection with Android Device

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Many smart phone or smart device users very often require an active internet connection. The mobile cellular service providers on the other hand  packages costly high volume and bandwidth plans. Comparatively, broadband and 3G connections are cheaper. The best solution to avoid such an expense to your pockets is to use and share PC internet connection with your Android phone or device (tablets) with USB using the technique known as reverse tethering. Advantages of the technique: 1) A better internet speed (since mobile cellular internet speed ofter depends on the signal strength) 2) Cheaper plans does not burden your pocket.   3) You do not need an additional internet service for your android powered device.   Also See: How to use android device as keyboard or mouse   Procedure: There are many applications like connectify which lets you to share your PC's internet connection through WiFi. But on a PC, that is not having WiFi adapters you have to use a USB cable and ...

Chrome and Firefox - extensions to improve privacy & security

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Internet is a boon for all of us. But did you know that you are being watched, followed and tracked on the world wide web. Millions of users become a victim of malicious activities that goes on round the clock on the internet. The two most famous web browsers – Chrome and Firefox have some "all time great" add-ons that can protect your privacy and security on the Web to some extent. Now, be warned that none of these are going to be completely foolproof. In fact, there’s is no completely safe way to use the Internet. But for most regular users, the protection that these extensions and tools offer will be enough as safeguards. 1. HTTPS Everywhere One of the first extensions you should install in your browser is HTTPS Everywhere. This extension encrypts much of your web browsing and secures your privacy. HTTPS is abbreviated for Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure that adds security by encrypting all data to and fro from a websites. ...