How Criminals Use Malware Technology

Malware technology is one of the fastest and increasingly more threatening versions of terrorism. Criminals all over the world use malware technology to deceive, cheat, steal, damage and terrorize individuals, corporations and companies.

Malware technology refers to any form of software that is designed with malicious intent. The software, through deceptive means, sneaks into a computer's operations without a user giving any permission to install the malware.

Many people do not consider malware technology as terrorism, but a further look shows the strong connections between traditional terrorism and malware as cyber terrorism.

The goal of malware technology

Deceive

The technology pretends to be something reputable or to provide a needed service. Instead through deception, malware gains sensitive information (account data, addresses, phone numbers, social security numbers, pin numbers).

Steal

With the data of a company or an individual, the criminal behind the malware can take over that person's identity, steal money and ruin their credit history.

Cripple

Not all malware is to steal money or identity. Sometimes malware seeks to steal control. For individuals and companies alike, a loss of control of their information and computer systems can be crippling. Hackers have shut down major websites such as CNN, Google, New York Times and others, costing millions of dollars. The malware used is not meant to gain money for the hacker, but instead to be a show of superfluous power and control.

Types of Malware

Viruses

Trojan horses / Viruses / bots

Malware often takes the form of Trojan viruses hidden behind the scenes, stealing and sharing sensitive information with criminals. Remote-controlled digital bots can do the same thing and take over computers as well.

Worms

Worms are viruses that install themselves on a computer with intent of spreading like a disease. In the past, worms have been spread through email attachments. One person downloads an email infected with a worm. The person passes the email along that spreading the worm to others. Worms can steal information, steal a user's control of the computer and even shut down a large network of computers at a designated time, crippling computers across the world.

Spyware

Spyware is a type of software that installs itself without a user approving it. Acting and appearing as a normal program, the spyware garners sensitive information. Spyware will often take the form of Antivirus programs. The programs will say that a computer a user has a virus that the spyware can remove. Looking like a legitimate program, users pay for the antivirus, giving out sensitive information to criminals in the process, only to be duped by software that they learn is useless.

Adware

Spyware will sometimes attach itself to legitimate programs. Adware is a specific type of spyware that transmits annoying, repetitive and persistent ads to a computer's screen, generating ad revenue for the designer while tormenting the computer user.

If the above examples are not enough to show how malware technology terrorizes then consider identity theft. Malware technology is fast becoming one of the most efficient tools to commit identity theft. In turn, identity theft is the fastest growing crime in the United States. The loss of security that comes with identity theft amounts to terrorism on an individual level. The emotional and financial toll robs innocent people of personal security. Malware technology allows identity theft to occur on a massive scale, draining millions of dollars from the US economy each year and funneling it to other nations.

The Evolution of the Automotive Industry Over the Years

In 1876 a gentleman by the name of Sir Douglas Clerk invented the first successful two stroke engine; it then took until 1885 for this design to be revised into a prototype of the modern gas engine by another gentleman called Gottlieb Daimler. The following year, in 1886, Karl Benz obtained the first patent for a gas fueled vehicle. Vehicles back then were nothing like modern vehicles of today. The first prototypes had very little, if any, forms of suspension and the steering systems were very crude. They were built to prove a point and serve a basic service, the point they made was that it was no longer necessary to rely on horse and carriage for transport as a vehicle was available that did not require manual propulsion.

Over the following decades the vehicles were reformed including things like hand controlled braking systems, seats formed with suspensions built into them. Sometimes windows were added to the shield drivers from the elements, engines were reinvented using the same basic principals producing more horsepower and allowing faster transportation from one place to another.

Entering into the more modern era of automobiles, more attention was starting to be paid to driver comfort, suspension systems were designed to help absorb the shock of the road, designers started to understand the importance of aerodynamics and started using those principals in the designs of the outer body shells of the vehicles. In later years we saw the addition of radio's and integrated heating systems to add more drivers comfort. Combining newly discovered technologies that were reworked into new engine designs which proved to be more dependable and economic to run.

Coming up to current times, modern vehicles are centered around driver safety and comfort. These two main points have made it possible to make technological advances on both the interior of today's vehicles and also the exterior designs. It is quite common to get into one of today's vehicles and see a fully electronic dashboard that can tell you much info about the vehicle itself all while you are sitting in the driver's seat. Most vehicles can tell you such things as outside air temperature, interior compartment temperature and they come with a climate control system in which you can set the target temperature and forget about it since the cars computer itself. Also available on allot of the newer vehicles is built in navigation systems which can help you get from point a to point b without the need to consult maps. There are even sensors on some vehicles that allow you to know the tire pressure without even getting out of the car.

The demands of the consumers play a large role in what is included when vehicles are produced nowdays. If something seems to be useful or an added bell or whistle then the manufacturer will add it to the next model expecting to draw more consumers into buying their product.

Making Simple Cake

Making Cake is such a fun activity for many people in this world. Actually, Making Cake is a simple thing to do. Two important things that you need are patience and carefulness. We will try to provide you with a clear explanation of Making Cake complete with a basic cake recipe.

Beginners can start with the basic recipe. Once you mastered the basic knowledge, which enable you to have ideas of your own creation, automatically you would like to create more various cakes - such as Black Forest, Fruit Cake, Almond Cake, Cheese Cake or any other delicious and beautiful cakes.

In making cake, you must remember five basic steps which can guide you to do the right things. First, you read the recipe carefully and understand it. Then, you have to prepare the cake ingredients and the equipments, make sure of using the good quality of ingredients and equipments in order to give you good results. Third, follow the instructions of weighing and mixing the ingredients. Some people usually forget this step which has the important role is preheating the oven with a certain heat before you bake the batter. The last step after baking the batter is leaving cake tin for about ten minutes before turning out on to a wire rack to cool.

Following is the basic recipe of cake

Quick-mix Sponge Cake
Here's a no-fuss, foolproof all-in-one cake, where the ingredients are quickly mixed together. The following quantities and baking instructions are for a deep 20 cm / 8 inch round cake tin or a 20 cm / 8 inch ring mold.
Storing and Freezing
The cake can be made up to two days in advance, wrapped in clear film or foil and stored in an airtight container. The cake can be frozen for up to three months.
Flavorings
The following amounts are for a 2-egg, single quantity cake, as above. Increase the amounts proportionally for larger cakes. CHOCOLATE Fold 1 tbsp cocoa powder blended with 1 tbsp boiling water into the cake mixture. CITRUS Fold 2 tsp of finely graced lemon, orange or lime zest into the cake mixture.
Ingredients
115 g / 4 oz / 1 cup self raising flour
1 tsp baking powder
115 g / 4 oz / c cup soft margarine
115 g / 4 oz / c cup caster sugar
2 size 3 eggs

1 Preheat the oven to 160oC / 325oF. Grease the cake tin, line the base with greaseproof paper and grease the paper, or grease and flour the mold.
2 Sift the flour and baking powder into the bowl. Add the margarine, sugar and eggs.
3 Beat with a wooden spoon for 2-3 minutes. The mixture should be pale in color and slightly glossy.
4 Spoon the cake mixture into the prepared tin and then smooth the surface. Bake for 20-30 minutes. To test if cooked, press the cake lightly in the center. If firm, the cake is done. If soft, cook for little longer. Alternately, insert a skewer into the center of the cake. If it comes out clean, the cake is ready. Turn out on to a wire rack, remove the lining paper and leave to cool completely.

To make the cake looks beautiful, you have to decorate it. There are many ways in decorating the cakes, you may use various type of ingredients such as fruits, nuts, chocolate, sugarpaste, icing, marzipan and frostings. A lot of books, blogs and websites which contain the way of decorating the cakes you have always dreamed of which match with the special occasions, exquisite concoctions and also major celebrations throughout the year.

With this page as your reference, you will have passions and spirits to make the best cake of your own so that you can proof yourself that Making Cake is a simple things you are able to do. Wishing you have a nice try.

Garage Door Installation and Garage Repair Guide

Follow these simple steps to make sure that you have a garage door that will last as long as your home.

1. The first step to repairing garage doors is diagnosing the problem. The first thing to check is also the easiest to spot, the track. Make sure that the track is secured to the walls and the ceilings. If the track looks good then you will need to check if your springs are the problem. Get a ladder or a stool to stand on and inspect the springs connecting the door to the garage opener that is usually attached to your ceiling. If your track looks fine, and your springs appear to be in good condition then it is most likely a problem with your opener.

2A. If you feel like you know the problem then you can call a few local companies, and start comparing price quotes on replacement parts as well as parts plus repairs. If you have experience working with tools and have fixed garage doors before you can probably save some money fixing it yourself, but if you aren't really sure what you are doing, or it looks like a big task it's probably best left to a professional overhead door repair company.

2B. If you can't find out what is wrong with your garage then you should call a few companies to have them come out to your house, and if it's a small problem they can probably take care of it right there. It's important to know what brand and style your garage door is so that repair companies can bring out replacement parts. Some companies don't charge for estimates but most do so just call around and see.

3. While comparing rates from the various companies be sure to get time estimates, as most people would rather spend a couple of extra dollars for same day service. Garage door repairs and installations can usually be completed in the same day if you call early enough.

Russian Names

Natalya, Anaanya, Anastasia are all common names in Russia. But their contribution does not end just with these names. A typical Russian name is divided into three parts; the given name, the patronymic, and the family name. But rather than calling people by their given name, they are referred by diminutives. For instance, Anastasia is called Nastya or Tasya. A single name can sometimes have as many as twenty different variations. While some variations can be used generally by everyone, there are some that are reserved only for friends and family, and it would have considered rude to address people by these names.

Also, there are some names that sound like a woman's name to the western ear, but they're used by men. For instance, Nikita is used as female name all over the world, but here in Russia, Nikita is a popular male name.

Names are often inspired by Christian beliefs and taken from the Bible. When it comes to male names, Alexander, Vladimir are popular. Most names end with a 'Slav' or glorious. Thus you have a Stanislav and a Borislav.

The patronymic name is the family name and often derived from the father's name that's added with a suffix. Thus, the name is suffixed with a son of / daughter of.

The family name on the other hand, is a surname and often sounds feminine. There are some names that are not inspired by the Russian culture; they take from eastern European countries like Ukraine, Polish and German.

Here are some of the most commonly used Russian names of men and women:

Male Names:

Alexander
Alexey
Anatoly
Anton Boris
Dmitriy
Ivan
Stepan and
Peter
Female names:
Anna
Anastasia
Natalya
Inna
Olga
Yana and
Irina

As earlier said, different names have different variations and these are appropriately used by the right people. They also have their own traditions surrounding their names.

Since most Russians are named after saints, the namesake not only gets to celebrate his / her birthday, but also gets to celebrate on the day appointed for the saint. In fact, they even receive gifts from friends and family during these days. While this was a very popular tradition in the 20th century, communist influences caused this tradition to lose its sheen. But today, with the end of communism, this tradition is slowly taking roots, with people taking an interest to celebrate these days.

So the next time you watch a Russian movie or read a book do not be surprised by the different variations of the same name, because Alexandra, Sasha and Sashenka are variations of the same name!