Acronis Backup and Security 2010 01/03/2010
 Acronis has announced a new beta program, called Acronis Backup and Security 2010. Before, Acronis was more focused on backup software, and is fairly well-known for its Acronis True Image software. But now, it seems like they plan to move into the security realm (backup-ing is security-ish too, but I mean prevention/detection). We are pleased to announce our first Beta release of a brand new product offering, Acronis® Backup and Security 2010. This product bundles Acronis True Image Home 2010, the recently announced Acronis Online Backup and a brand new product - Acronis Internet Security 2010. Together they form the most complete PC protection product on the market, combining full-featured, high-performance Internet security capabilities with both local and online backup and recovery. Interesting, yes? Acronis Backup & Security 2010 is the first home PC protection solution to protect you from both internal threats causing data loss and external threats which can lead to security vulnerabilities. It combines three essential elements into one product:
This may be something worth checking out, once it has moved out of beta stage. The known issues are:
And probably more, as with any software (especially a beta). The installer is 350MB, which, in my opinion, is quite large. Download here. (Or go here and register.) ~LaserWraith Today's song...click here. Update on a New Site 01/03/2010
First, an update about my previous post on a new website and free hosts. I decided it wasn't worth it to make a new site — the first host I tried had too many limits (like PHP scripts can't connect other servers). The second had problems with FTP and permissions (chmod). The thing is, with both I had already partly set up my site. So it was taking quite a bit of time. Then I thought to myself, Was it worth it? Do I really need a new site? I'm not a big blogger (can't poor out long, nice articles like Raymond), and I don't really have much to offer compared to others. So is it worth it to set up a blog and forum, for reasons other than to test site plugins and things? I decided it wasn't, because of how much work it would take. But don't worry, I'll still keep this blog updated. :P Note: if you don't see the poll below, or if it is "messed up", go to my Polls page. ~LaserWraith Working/Testing A New Site 01/02/2010
No, I'm not moving (yet :P). But I have been trying out different webhosts (free ones), WordPress (a blogging system), Simple Machines Forums (the best), and others. I feel that this website maker (Weebly) is nice, but I wanted something I have more control over. It is hard to find a good, free host though. Zymic.com is an ok one. With 5GB of space and 50GB of bandwidth, you can't get much better than that for free. (Features here.) But there is one thing: PHP scripts are not allowed to communicate with remote servers. In other words, a lot of WordPress plugins don't work. 000Webhost.com, however, doesn't have this limitation (though there are some other features that are limited). ~LaserWraith GeekBuddy—Brought To You By Comodo 12/31/2009
 Comodo has announced a new (or is it?) service called GeekBuddy. GeekBuddy is the easiest way to get instant support with common problems which keep your computer from functioning at peak performance. Our next-generation computer support service combines expert hands-on support with an unbelievably low price. Our Expert Support Technicians are available 24/7 to help diagnose and fix computer related problems. From Virus removal to adding an email account, GeekBuddy can provide hands-on, expert support with the most challenging to the simplest of computer problems. There are two pricing options: one-time service, or unlimited home use (pay per year).  GeekBuddy Pricing (Click for larger picture) As you can see, one time use costs $19 while you can pay $49 per year for unlimited use. Now this reminds me of another service called livePCsupport, also by Comodo.  livePCsupport "happens" to have the same basic look of GeekBuddy, and the same pricing (and features). My guess is that Comodo changed around the livePCsupport website, changed the name, and reproduced it. Don't get me wrong, I'm not trying to put down Comodo. It is just a bit of marketing, I think. If you have enough money to spend, and aren't computer-literate, this may be something you could use. ~LaserWraith A Game — Rome: Total War 12/30/2009
I usually like multiplayer games - those are the ones that keep me "hooked" most often. But I have played one game, Rome: Total War, I bit longer than usual for a game. Description: Rome: Total War (out now), the next generation in epic strategy gaming from the critically acclaimed and award winning Total War brand. The aim of the game is to conquer, rule and manipulate the Roman Empire with the ultimate goal of being declared as the “Imperator” of Rome. Set in a time when the mighty Roman Empire emerged to conquer the known world against powerful enemies, when gladiators fought to a bloody death in the Coliseum; when Spartacus defied the might of the empire; when Hannibal led his invincible army and his war elephants across the Alps to strike fear into the very heart of Rome itself; and when Julius Caesar finally smashed the Barbarian Gauls. This was a time of brutal confrontation between civilization and barbarism, and of civil war as the ancient world’s only superpower turned on itself. When I test a game, sometimes I get a pirated copy (yeah...I know it is considered "bad", but one way to think about it is that the company would never get my money if I didn't try it first). That I did with Rome, and true to my policy I bought the game since I liked it. It also isn't too resource-heavy. Of course, one of our computers, about ten years old, couldn't run it. But my fairly low-powered laptop could. (Wikipedia article on Rome: Total War.) ~LaserWraith A friend from Comodo Forums, eXPerience, told me to update my blog. I had taken a break because of Christmas and all the things that come with it. He also told me something I may want to post: Fix Windows 7’s 'Search programs and files' Incorrect Results ~LaserWraith Merry Christmas! 12/19/2009
Hello! Sorry for not posting. I'm sure most understand—Christmas rush, etc. I have had a lot to do. If any of you are wishing for giveaways, there are many here: http://www.raymond.cc/forum/freebies/16069-christmas-giveaways-and-contests.html Have a merry Christmas! ~LaserWraith Animals 12/15/2009
Hello! Sorry for not blogging a bit those past few days. I have been playing Minecraft a bit (even though I had left...that is what happens when you buy the game). But just today, we had an interesting site in front of our door. Around 3/4 of our circular driveway walked about 20 or more turkeys, in a line. In the middle of the circle, a big deer stood. It was pretty neat to see them all. ~LaserWraith DefenseWall HIPS for Free on Dec 10-12, 2009 12/11/2009
Raymond has posted a way to get a free Kaspersky Security Suite here: http://www.raymond.cc/blog/archives/2009/12/11/free-kaspersky-security-suite-cbe-win7-internet-security-2010-for-all-windows-7-users/ ~LaserWraith | Subscribe!CategoriesAll Archives |
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