http://ask-leo.com/privacy.html en-us 2008-10-01T20:22:32-08:00 hourly 1 2000-01-01T12:00+00:00 http://ask-leo.com/does_a_sandbox_or_virtual_machine_help_protect_your_privacy.html Sandboxes and Virtual Machines can help isolate you from certain types of threats. We'll look at what they are and how they might, or might not, help. 12723@http://ask-leo.com/ Privacy 2008-10-01T20:22:32-08:00 http://ask-leo.com/how_else_can_websites_get_my_information.html We look at three additional ways that web sites, and others, might gain access to information you might not realize you're providing. 12718@http://ask-leo.com/ Privacy 2008-09-29T10:11:30-08:00 http://ask-leo.com/what_are_tracking_cookies_and_should_they_concern_me.html Cookies are placed on your machine by websites, but often more websites than you realize. We'll review cookies and how third parties can use them. 12716@http://ask-leo.com/ Privacy 2008-09-26T10:07:03-08:00 http://ask-leo.com/how_can_an_https_web_site_still_be_nonsecure.html Surprisingly, it's possible for aspects of an https site to still be nonsecure, if the site is improperly designed. And it's very difficult to tell. 12587@http://ask-leo.com/ Privacy 2008-07-30T07:00:00-08:00 http://ask-leo.com/is_it_possible_for_a_hacker_to_get_my_hotmail_password_without_access_to_my_computer.html It's easy to think that as long as you keep your computer out of other people's hands you're safe. It's nowhere near that simple. 12504@http://ask-leo.com/ Privacy 2008-06-22T14:03:34-08:00 http://ask-leo.com/how_do_i_view_what_cookies_i_have_and_which_are_safe_to_delete.html Anti-spyware programs often list cookies as suspect without much explanation. We'll look at how to find out a little more, and what to do. Or not. 12386@http://ask-leo.com/ Privacy 2008-04-28T13:37:37-08:00 http://ask-leo.com/my_exboyfriend_set_up_my_computer_and_is_now_spying_on_me_what_can_i_do.html Trust is tricky when it comes to computers. When you add relationships to the mix, things quickly get complicated, and unfortunately, very serious. 12252@http://ask-leo.com/ Privacy 2008-02-25T09:25:36-08:00 http://ask-leo.com/can_hotels_sniff_my_internet_traffic.html More and more hotels are offering both wired and wireless internet, but along with those connections comes a security risk most folks don't consider. 12228@http://ask-leo.com/ Privacy 2008-02-14T22:00:44-08:00 http://ask-leo.com/how_do_i_stay_safe_in_an_internet_cafe.html When connecting to the internet in an internet cafe, hotspot or other public connection you could be opening yourself up to serious security issues. 12175@http://ask-leo.com/ Privacy 2008-01-15T12:23:50-08:00 http://ask-leo.com/can_an_anonymous_proxy_service_capture_my_email_password.html Anonymous access or proxy services provide a level of anonymity by hiding your IP address from sites you visit. A malicious proxy can do a lot more. 11977@http://ask-leo.com/ Privacy 2007-11-08T09:12:25-08:00 http://ask-leo.com/can_someone_find_my_home_address_or_telephone_number_from_my_email_address.html Both you and your email provider share responsibility for your privacy. By taking care before providing personal information you can avoid its abuse. 11959@http://ask-leo.com/ Privacy 2007-10-30T15:24:56-08:00 http://ask-leo.com/can_my_work_track_what_i_do_on_my_home_computer_via_a_remote_connection.html Using a computer at work puts you at the mercy of your workplace IT policy. It's technically possible that your work could track all your activities. 11937@http://ask-leo.com/ Privacy 2007-10-23T18:00:32-08:00 http://ask-leo.com/why_am_i_not_getting_asked_additional_security_questions_when_i_expect_them.html Sitekey is a technique used by many financial institutions to protect your account. How it decides to ask you additional questions can be a puzzle. 11894@http://ask-leo.com/ Privacy 2007-10-08T10:41:36-08:00 http://ask-leo.com/what_does_leaving_a_secure_internet_connection_mean.html One of the ways that hackers gain access to valuable information is to eavesdrop on internet connections. It's important to know if you're secure. 11844@http://ask-leo.com/ Privacy 2007-09-24T09:00:00-08:00 http://ask-leo.com/does_sharing_a_computer_mean_that_im_sharing_my_google_web_history.html It's actually difficult to maintain privacy on a shared computer. Google's web history is one reason, but your browser's history is another. 11699@http://ask-leo.com/ Privacy 2007-07-24T10:00:18-08:00