AboutDoug Woodall Expertise I can answer questions pertaining to threats to Online Security.
I cant answer questions as to when, if ever IE will ever be secure.
Experience I have 15 years of experience learning the intricaticies of online safety. I have a online business where I provide inofrmation and recommend products to combat online threats.
Organizations International Webmasters Association.
Publications Ezine Articles, Zinos, Article City, NewsVine, Info World, Jogena, Article99, Epinions, Bestezines, ect
Education/Credentials Self taught
Awards and Honors My articles have earned me Trusted Author Status at ImpactArticles.com. Also My Website is recognized by Learning Fountain and ISafe.
Question Hello,
I was watching a fictional tv show and they said that if a person has your IP address they can remotely access the files on your computer. Hearing this made me quite nervous. I wondered if this is actually true. I have cable company internet access.
Also, if true, what can one do to prevent others from getting your IP address? And how can you stop them from accessing your files?
Answer Hello Kee,
Remote access depends on many things. How secure your computer is. Firewall, AntiVirus, AntiSpyware, MS updates, and if you have any Applications that have security problems that can be used to subvert your system.
Most reputable hosting services have protections in place to protect their customers from attacks. Otherwise they would lose alot of customers.
There are programs you can use to mask your IP from most services, but its never 100%.
My Advice, keep your computer updated, and use good protection. Practice good surfing habits, you'll be ok.
