Vince O'Connor

Ely MN and Iron Range Computer Security

Has an unwanted website taken over your browser? Are you getting pop up ads even when your browser has been closed for some time? Are you infected with a spyware program that refuses to go away? I offer computer security services for the home, home office, and small business in Ely, MN, Babbit,, MN and anywhere on the Iron Range of Minnesota.

The news media continually reports on the exploits of hackers against big business and large e-commerce sites. Unfortunately, an attack against a stand-alone computer (home, home business or small business), which could be devastating, just doesn't make the media noise level. Your computer or network is particularly at risk if you stay connected to the Internet for long periods of time, such as if you are connected using a cable modem or DSL.

According to a recent survey held by the National Cyber Security Alliance and America Online, 80 percent of home computers tested were infected with an average of 93 different types of spyware. At any given time it is estimated that around 30 percent of all personal computers, including home computers, are infected by at least one computer virus, and over 70 percent of all email messages are spam.

The threats of viruses, spyware and browser hijackers, break-ins, and other unauthorized activity to your business and personal privacy are very real security threats. A break-in or virus can significantly hamper your bottom line. Computer security needs to be more than just a business afterthought.

Unfortunately small home office or personal computer security is often overlookedy. I can correct this by removing viruses, spyware and browser hijackers, then provide you with the software and training necessary to protect you from viruses, worms, spam, spyware, and hackers.