How To Check If Your Facebook Account Has Been Hacked Or Not

Facebook is most popular social networking site with more than 500 million users and with so many people its easy to find some miscreants, who are dangerous to your facebook account . We have previously written about a Facebook scam in which users where lured to use a javascript and their accounts were hacked and the hacker was able to update the facebook wall of the hacked account .

Facebook recently updated its security a bit more and now you can check the locations from where your account was accessed last time in your facebook account .If you see suspicious activity in your profile then you should check out if someone has hacked your account. If you have a week password, change it and create a very strong one.

To know from where your account was accessed last time ,follow these :

• Open Facebook and go to Account-> Account Settings .

• Now go to Account Security and click on the change link :

• Now you can check the last login details :

Also, best feature of this is that you will be getting an email notification whenever your account is accessed by any other computer other than yours.

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Top 10 PC Antivirus Softwares To Use In 2011

Today, an unprotected computer isn’t just vulnerable, it’s probably already infected. New viruses, spyware, trojans, worms, and other malware are created every day. New threats are disguised to bypass other security measures, and specifically designed to catch you and your PC off guard.

The Antivirus Softwares are the one stop solution to keep your machine healthy and secure. There are a number of options available in the market today and seeing the escalating security breaches on the internet, the companies have equipped their softwares with the most updated features to fight any trojan or virus trying to conquer the firewall of the empire of their data.

Here’s my list of top 10 antivirus to use in 2011 :

1) BITDEFENDER:

BitDefender is  the best antiviruses with top class defending ability.BitDefender Antivirus Pro protects  PC from a number of online threats, including viruses, spyware, phishing scams, and more. The software basically covers  from every angle, protecting PC from threats on the internet, email, and even instant messaging. The program scans all web, IM, and email traffic for malware. The software is even equipped to encrypt the IM chat conversations.It provides hourly definition updates for latest threats.

2) KASPERSKY:

Kaspersky Antivirus is often treated as the best available Antivirus application and has a special version for file servers. It covers almost all sections needed for a top class security.Kaspersky is known for their quick response to new viruses, and they’re often among the first to detect new viruses in the wild. One reason the software is so effective is because it is updated regularly and is proactively looking for new security threats. The malware landscape continues to change, and Kaspersky adjusts to address the threats.

3) NORTON:

Norton Antivirus is one of the most popular and well known antivirus application.Norton AntiVirus 2011 does a great job of balancing system resources, simplicity, and (most importantly) security. The protection level is second to none, and new features continue to set the standard for antivirus software. The latest version has the ability to map your wireless home network and safeguards your wifi networks.Norton has managed to use their unique strengths to deliver an excellent antivirus program with a great overall user experience.

4) McAFEE:

McAfee is one of the leading antiviruses in security industry.McAfee also produces an enterprise-level product named VirusScan Enterprise: McAfee has designed this for use on larger networks. It contains features intended to make management of antivirus software on multiple computers easier.McAfee introduced 2 features ScriptStopper and WormStopper. But it has no support for P2P File Sharing, Instant Messenger and Registry Startup. The inbuilt updater updates virus definitions on a regular basis to keep PC up-to-date.

5)WEBROOT:

Webroot Antivirus with Spysweeper is the perfect virus/spyware combo. The software is easy to use, and features effective protection and performance.Webroot monitors and detects all sorts of malicious files and just plain unwanted programs like adware, dialers, cookies, and keyloggers. The integrated Spy Sweeper is an amazing standalone anti-spyware software that in itself protects from a variety of computer threats.The only thing keeping this software out of the top slots is the lack of a few features like a battery saving mode and rescue CD.

6) AVG ANTIVIRUS:

AVG Antivirus offers a number of compelling features and the right technology to keep PC protected.AVG protects from hackers, phishing scams, adware and malware that come through email or IM. AVG even scans outbound email to make sure you don’t accidentally pass a virus along to others. And of course the software protects from other forms of malware, including worms, keyloggers, Trojans and rootkits.With innovative new features and improved performance, AVG 2011 is better than ever. The new social networking protection and LinkScanner up the ante with proactive web protection, cloud antivirus and a security network.

7) AVIRA ANTIVIR:

Avira Antivir Premium is one of the best in the business, and has several compelling features that make it a great choice for antivirus software. Avira AntiVirUS  is filled with great features that enhance security, performance, and convenience. One important feature is that the scanner works in real-time. Avira scans all files as they are accessed, in the split second before they are opened and have the chance to infect your PC.The software also incorporates advanced technology that protects from the constantly changing virus landscape.And while the software didn’t offer some convenient features (like a silent gamer mode) that others have, the effectiveness is second to none.

8) ESET NOD-32:

ESET NOD-32  is a great desktop security solution, complete with effective protection and advanced features. Eset Nod32 is particularly useful for home users looking for a simple “down-to-earth” security software that they can simply install and let the software do the work for them. Eset has proven to be one of the best overall performing antivirus software.Eset Nod32 Antivirus certainly isn’t as far-reaching as the upgraded Smart Security, but the scope is definitely on par with other leading antivirus competitors. Eset works behind the scenes to deliver protection from dialers, adware, and keyloggers.

9) PANDA CLOUD ANTIVIRUS:

Panda Cloud Antivirus uses a community-based approach to quickly identify new threats spreading via the Web. Processing of these new threats is done in-the-cloud, saving your system resources and making for a lighter  and far more proactive antivirus software.It provides a full range of protection, from antivirus and antispyware to behavior blocking and rootkit detection. Panda Cloud Antivirus even protects while you’re offline. An added bonus, Panda Cloud Antivirus disables the ill-advised autorun feature in Windows that has led to a tremendous population of autorun worms.

10) ZONEALARM:

The latest version of ZoneAlarm antivirus comes with strong removal ability of most dangerous viruses and multilayer security for PC. But it is not certified by any of the three major independent testing labs Virus Bulletic, Checkmark, or ICSA. Zone Alarm scans uses lesser possible system resources.

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Why DDC Machines Reject Fingerprints

It has been an odd drama at the voters’ registration points all over Nigeria since the exercise started last Saturday.
In most centres registration has been a flop to the extent that many intending voters have to leave the scene frustrated. What prevailed, and still prevails, is that people walk away with a promise to come back and complete the process some other time with hope that the machines would respond.

The long list of those who have experienced disappointment in the bid to register include former President Olusegun Obasanjo, Senate President, David Mark, among others.
The frustration of the machines is palpable in the faces of the registration officials who struggle with their tools over and again to take the data of intending voters.

An Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) supervisor has given insight into possible factors that could lead the Direct Data Capture (DDC) machines not to recognise or accept a person’s fingerprint. According to him, biodata capture machines that take fingerprints generally are programmed to reject any extraneous mark on the finger and that could be a cut, injury, gloss on the surface, gel or anything that blurs the natural weal marks on the finger.
As a result, the machines reject fingers that fall within the category and makes the recognition impossible as it naturally sees these as out of order with what it is programmed to accept as normal finger or thumbprints.

But to worsen the problem, the INEC official furthered her explanation by way of placating the Nigerians in the queue suffering the registration frustration that there are some other factors why the machines refuse fingerprints and would influence what it accepts as correct data.
Among such revelations from her is that a person intending to register may have problems with the machine if he or she has some health problems or inadequacies. She notified that “the machine normally rejects prints from someone whose blood pressure is higher than normal. It also does not easily take prints from somebody whose blood pressure is below normal. Also, diabetic patients intending to register might have problems with DDC recognition and data print acceptance. So if you belong to any of these categories I have mentioned, you have to be really patient and give the registration officials some time. It would do some good you leave the registration point, go back home and come back at a time you feel you are ok.”

With the almost impossible health conditions that disqualify someone, Daily Sun asked the INEC supervisor if there was much wisdom in the programming of the machine with such shortfalls or wide margin of rejections or selections, especially for the fact that many adult Nigerians fall within the health problem range.
Although she was speechless at the question and could not make any attempt at clearing it, but the points she made was instructive in getting a possible answer to why many people had problems getting registered.

With the economy level of Nigerians and the economic activities, some of the people in the queue wondered in anger how many Nigerians would at last qualify to register. “This is a society where most people struggle to survive doing all manner of odd and injury-prone jobs. So we should ask ourselves how many Nigerians that work in a place there are not exposed to injuries to their hands. I see all these points and reasons for the elimination of Nigerians from registration as a ploy to reduce the number of people that will eventually vote and still create another problem of disenfranchisement”, he fumed.

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Breaking News: PDP Chairman Dr. Okwesileze Nwodo Resigns

The embattled National Chairman of Peoples Democratic Party, Dr. Okwesileze Nwodo has  resigned as the party’s chairman  ahead of the National Executive Committee, NEC, meeting.

As Mohammed Haliru Bello, who was Deputy National Chairman of the PDP, takes over as new National Chairman of the Party. He is from the North-West geo-political zone. 

Full details coming soonest!

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Airtel Nigeria Graduate Career Vacancy for Master Data and PO Creation

Airtel Nigeria, formerly known as Zain is Nigeria’s leading telecommunications company. Here, we encourage our people to explore. We tell them that new lands don’t come with maps. That if they slip and fall on unknown paths, they will get a helping hand. We have built our work culture on this simple philosophy. Get rid of the fear of the unknown and you create the grounds for success. And it has helped people fly.

It has made our workplace a workshop, where thinking different is the norm. Where fearless innovation results in amazing breakthroughs.

But truly, the most satisfying breakthrough is the workplace itself. It’s a culture that celebrates 17,000 employees as 17,000 entrepreneurs.

Ever since Airtel took its first step in the world of telecommunications, there has been no looking back for it… and for its employees. Airtel-ites bring a new meaning to their daily work routine by exploring newer ways of working, taking risks, going on unchartered paths and by just doing things THAT HAVE NEVER BEEN DONE BEFORE.

Position: Master Data and PO Creation

Job description:
To ensure proper and accurate management of ERP Master data and vendor performance management for efficient operations and compliance with controls requirements.
Expected End Results

Supporting Activities:
Master Data and ERP maintenance
Management and maintenance of Oracle master data for PO, Contract and Inventory modules
Responsible for coaching and training the teams for correct usage of the system and processes
Liaison with the HQ process team for implementing system improvements time to time

Vendor Helpdesk Management:
Vendor payment tracker maintenance
Receipt and booking of invoices and first-level vendor issues resolution
Follow-up and monitor vendor performance evaluations
Contract database maintenance

Educational Qualifications/Experience:
Qualification in Business Administration
Relevant Experience (Type of experience and minimum number of years)
1-2 years Prior work experience of purchase function

Functional / Technical Skills and Other Requirements:

Experience of using ERP Procurement Module
Functional knowledge of SCM Operations
Preferably knowledge on ERP/Oracle for SCM
Excellent with MS Office products
Excellent communication skills (English – Written & Verbal)
Computer hands-on experience: MS Office & good typing skills
Good problem solving skills – ability to visualize the problem and think abstractly to solve it

Method of Application:

Interested and qualified applicants should apply online

CLICK HERE TO APPLY ONLINE NOW! 

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