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Did Facebook Give me a Virus? Facebook told QueenPendragon that her PC was infected. The message looked very much like rogue malware trying to trick her into downloading something vicious. She asked the Antivirus & Security Software forum for advice, and I've got some for her. - Contributing Editor Lincoln Spector More Answer Line Q&A Will an Image Backup Protect My Data? Jack Maloney read that image backups don't protect data. Does that mean his files aren't protected? Share: Backup to Another PC WNCDude asked the Networking forum about backing up one computer to another over a local network Share: Backup on the Road Matt travels on business a lot. He asked the Answer Line forum for suggestions on backing up his data while on the road. Share: More Browsing Tips Google Plus: 8 Quick Tips and Tricks Did Facebook Give me a Virus? Play With an Online Simulator to Learn Camera Settings Internet Famous: 6 Twitter Tips From the Pros Turbocharge Google's Task Manager with Taskforce Answer Line With Lincoln Spector Browse Answer Line Read the latest updates in Lincoln Spector's blog. Visit the Answer Line forum on PCWorld.com Discuss hot topics and get your computing questions answered. How to Build a Home Entertainment Network Learn to use your computer network as a next-generation entertainment hub. Get started. Advertisement Free Trial of Trend Micro Internet Security Pro Download Free 30-Day trial of full version, includes all security features of the regular product. Most Popular Searches Downloads Windows 7 Social networks iPad 3 Google+ Product Reviews Symantec Norton AntiVirus 2011 93 Pros Good interface; Strong malware detection Cons Scan speeds lag behind top performers Read Complete Review » Top 10 Paid Antivirus Programs for 2011 » Top 5 Paid Antivirus for 2011 » Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 Wi-Fi 16GB 4 Pros Sharp, crisp display; Thin, lightweight design; Android 3.1 preloaded Cons No microSD card slot; Battery charges painfully slow Read Complete Review » Top 5 Tablets » HP Mini 5103 82 Pros Great battery life; Good performance and ergonomics Cons Smallish display; Pricey Read Complete Review » Top Netbooks » Best Laptops Under 4 Pounds » Get Big Savings When you Shop at PCWorld.com Shop online at PCWorld.com, where you can compare product information, read trusted reviews, and find the best prices on consumer electronics. Workstation v.7.0 Price: $115.99 No User Ratings Yet Be the first to review VMware Fusion v.3.0 Price: $68.99 No User Ratings Yet Be the first to review Browse more Best Prices on System Utilities, Best Prices on Security Software, Best Prices on Antivirus Software, Graphics & Publishing Software, Windows Software, PC Games Top News on PCWorld.com Facebook-Skype Video Calling: A Getting-Started Guide Activating Facebook's video calling service is pretty straightforward, but in tests a slight hiccup was found that may prove frustrating to some users. Share: Anonymous Attacks Turkish Websites Again Hacker group Anonymous said late Wednesday that its Antisec movement hacked and defaced Turkish government websites, in protest against new Internet filtering Share: Downloads: Editor's Collection PCWorld Reviewers' Favorite Files: June 2011What's appealing in June? According to our reviewers, the same things that catch our attention year-round: system utilities, fun toys, and free stuff. From backup software to a music manager, a powerful PDF reader to a 3D sculpting tool, a CPU temperature monitor to a weather-displaying screensaver, many of June's favorites are freebies. Nitro PDF Reader (64-bit version)   8275 Downloads  |  Free  |  Filed Under Tools This free all-purpose PDF tool packs the power of a paid product. Clementine   1920 Downloads  |  Free  |  Filed Under Audio Players Organize and playback your music collection with this thoughtful, multiplatform app. Nitro PDF Reader (32-bit version)   21722 Downloads  |  Free  |  Filed Under Tools Get a free all-purpose PDF tool that packs the power of a paid product. See (16) more PCWorld Reviewers' Favorite Files: June 2011 » Browse DownloadsAntivirus & Security • Design & Multimedia • Utilities • Games • Chat, Email, & the Web • Sponsored Downloads PDF ManagerManage your PDF files; compare PDF files and folders. Search PDF files on your local hard drive or your network. Index your PDF files and search. Convert your PDF files to plain text for use in other applications such as Notepad or Word. (Compatibility: Windows 95/98/ME,Windows NT/2000,Windows XP) Use discount code AKS-RFOE-UNI for 60% off! PC BoosterAn advanced system optimization and performance-tuning software utility for boosting your computers speed and skyrocketing your systems performance! Special offer for PCWorld: Save 40% this week with discount code PCB40! Make your computer like new again. (Compatibility: Windows XP,Windows Vista,Windows 7)

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