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I knew one day it would happen. Someone stole the text from my website and used it on their own website. Dirty rotten scoundrels!

According to the US Copyright Office website (http://www.copyright.gov):

“Copyright protection subsists from the time the work is created in fixed form. The copyright in the work of authorship immediately becomes the property of the author who created the work.”

What Do You Do?

Here are some ways to discover which sites have stolen your text:

1. Find some text on your website that is so “you” that it’s unlikely that anyone else would write a phrase or sentence that way. Go to http://www.google.com, and put that phrase or sentence into their search, within quotation marks. For example, one phrase that of my own that I searched on looked like this: “you’ll end up struggling to make your business a success, and all your passion and enthusiasm will drain away.” (Go ahead, type it into Google and see who’s got my text on their site.) You have to put the phrase within quotation marks so that Google knows to search for the whole phrase with all the words right next to each other.

2. Make note of the sites that have the same text as yours. While it is completely possible in millions and millions of websites that someone might have written the exact same phrase, it’s worth investigating every site that comes up.

3. Another great place to search for plagiarized sites is http://www.copyscape.com

Here are some steps to getting a site to take down plagiarized text:

1. Gather as much information about the offending site as you can.

2. Print out all pages from their site where the plagiarized text resides.

3. Try to find a contact name, phone number and email address from the site.

4. Go to http://www.internic.net/whois.html and get all their registration information. If they are not in the USA, go to Google and type in “whois” plus the name of their country. You should be able to find a whois site that can get their DNS record for you.

5. Go to http://www.alexa.com and find whatever information you can there.

6. Finally, write to the offending site owner and tell them that you found plagiarized text on their site. List the URLs of the offending pages along with the copyrighted URLs of your own pages. Give them two or three days to either delete the pages, or re-write them so that they no longer include your text.

This is not the time to play nice guy! Tell the offending site owner that you are copying their hosting company and domain registrar on the letter or email, and do so.

Make sure when you write this email or letter, you don’t use any passive language, and do not say “please”. Demand your rights. It is illegal and unethical for them to do what they did and they need to stop doing it immediately.

Another great resource is http://www.waybackmachine.org. This allows you to check what their websites looked like throughout the years. You may be able to pinpoint the date when those people served themselves with a hefty spoon of your web content.

Someone pointed out to me that sometimes the offender is the website designer, not the owner of the site. If you are an owner of a site, and you did not write your own text, ask your designer where he or she got the text. Make it clear to them that you will not tolerate any plagiarized text and that you will hold them legally responsible in any charge or lawsuit that comes up over the copy on your website.

Some final notes:

Always put a copyright statement on your site. If it took you a long time to write your text, you should be the only one benefiting from it, not some unethical person who is looking for a shortcut.

If the site doesn’t comply with your request, you might have to get your attorney involved. Only you can decide if the expense of an attorney is worth it for you.

I have written to the six sites that stole my text. Two have complied and taken down the offending pages within three days of my request. If the others don’t comply, I will be posting their websites in my blog. I’m not afraid of a little publicity, but I bet they are.

© 2006 Karyn Greenstreet.

Karyn Greenstreet is a Self Employment expert and small
business coach. She shares tips, techniques and strategies
with self-employed people to boost focus, create
sustainable motivation, and increase profits.

Visit her website at http://www.PassionForBusiness.com

We all get the odd virus now and then, but sometimes that one virus could cause so many problems. In this article I shall be going though just some of the problems that these virus software programs can do, and how to fix them.

One of the worst type of virus is one that effects the Boot Config, if this happens you will notice an error such as “Invalid boot sector” or “unaccessable boot device”, there are many other errors for the same problem, if you don’t get even a windows loading screen then your issue may be the Boot Config, sounds like a hard problem to fix don’t it, infact its pretty easy. For this we shall need a Windows XP install CD, if your computer never come with one then please go down to where you paid for your PC and ask for one, insert the CD and then turn on your PC, you will get a text messege saying “To boot from CD press any key”, so press anykey!, now wait for a few mintues untill it says the terms and conditions, read though them and then follow the onscreen instructions untill it warns of another operating system already installed. It will give you a option to go into the recovery console by pressing R, this is what we want to go into. Wait, and a Dos like screen will show itself, type the following “/fixmbr” and then “/exit”, and then load up your PC and windows should load up. Now I would advice for you to do a virus scan using what ever software you use!

Another type of virus is one that cuts you of the network or internet often, these can be hard to fix as they most of the time merge with the system files. First of all check that you can’t just fix it by using MSCONFIG (Start - Run - Msconfig - Startup - Disable all), if you can then do so and then run a virus checking peice of software, if this fails then read on. Load up in Windows safe mode (Press F6 before the windows loading screen and then select safe mode) and now wait for safemade to load, once loaded use your virus checking software to rid yourself of the virus that is creating this problem, almost all viruses can be removed from Safemode. If this fails then seek professional help or reinstall Windows.

Yet another type of virus is not really a virus its spyware and adware, this is the type of problem most people get and it is the most common caluse for computers to slow down over time, you may ask where you could get spyware from and the most common places are p2p software such as Kazaa or websites offering Illegal content or even porn sites, but you may also get it from any other type of site. Spyware and Adware are big issues for slowing down your PC so I am sure you want to get rid of them, to do so you will wish to download Anti-Spyware software and I reccomend Spysweeper by WebRoot, others may wish to try Ad-aware, download the anti-spyware tool you want and then UPDATE the softrware, now do a full system scan and go make a drink, when you get back the scan should be done and it will list all of the spyware and adware, right click and click remove all and then wait again for it to remove the software. When done it may ask you to reset, do so as surgested, but now you will want to get another peice of software called Spybot S&D, this is free and can be downloaded from http://www.security.kolla.de, download and update that then run scan, it will find more spyware and adware so don’t be shocked by thinking the other software did not work, in turn they work together to make a better peice of anti-spyware, Spybot also gives you the chance to immunize from some spyware, click that and now your system won’t get the same spyware again. I reccomend doing a spyware check every 1 week.

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When darkness falls all the foxes come out to hunt. Unfortunately, the same thing happens in the human species. Every criminal bash-artist, robber, general thief, hold up merchant, car thief, house breaker, home invader, burglar, mugger, rapist and general recidivist crook also comes out to hunt. Sad, but true.

After dark you certainly need to have your “radar” turned on. Those who would do you harm or want to damage or steal your property prefer to operate anonymously. Darkness is their unfair advantage over you. Darkness is their ally.

Here are some safety issues that you should consider when day turns to night:

NEVER attend an automatic teller machine (ATM) after darkness. ALWAYS do your banking during the day.

NEVER turn on an inside light to illuminate yourself when responding to a knock on your door at night. ALWAYS turn the outside light on so you can see them instead.

NEVER go jogging at night, especially if you are a woman. ALWAYS get up an hour earlier and jog in the morning.

NEVER walk alone at night. ALWAYS walk with a friend and both keep to well-lit paths and roads.

NEVER drive at night with your fuel gauge on empty. ALWAYS keep your tank at least half full.

NEVER pick up a hitch-hiker at night. In fact, NEVER pick up a hitch-hiker during the day either. Walking is exercise and exercise will be good for them.

In summary, recognize that criminal activity is always more prevalent at night. Darkness emboldens otherwise cowardly criminals who seek to do personal or property harm. Take extra precaution when darkness falls. Trust that “little voice” inside. This is your “safety alert.” When it tells you that danger is present take note of it. Danger will be present.

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Viruses are little bits of software that normally have a negative impact on our computers when they are activated. Usually viruses are attached onto other software programs (games, disk utilities, office documents/Macros, screen-savers), and are activated when these normally harmless programs are started.

A virus is inactive until the infected program is run or an infected boot record on a floppy/CD is read. When the virus is activated it loads into your computer’s memory where it can perform its nasty job or spread itself to other programs on your system or computers in your network.

Floppy disks used in an infected system (or CD-Roms/DVDs burned on an infected system) can then carry the virus to another machine. Programs downloaded from USENET, or file-sharing programs (Kazaa, Morpheus, Limewire etc.) can also spread a virus. More frequently now, email is also becoming a favourite way to spread viruses, Trojan horses and especially internet worms.

It should be made clear, that USENET and file-sharing programs do not create viruses or infected files in any way. It is certain anti-social people who create viruses, and then use these services to spread the infected files to other users on the system.

This is very similar to cars and highways in that Ford, Toyota or the highway makers do not cause traffic accidents, it is the idiot who got drunk and then drove who causes a 14 car pileup. Of course if there weren’t cars or highways there wouldn’t be an accident… then again, the idiot would still be getting smashed and driving his horse-carriage into the store window.

When you get a virus on your computer, it can erase everything that you have on your hard drive. Each virus is different - some of them come up as strange messages on your screen, while others just work at eroding the files on the computer. A virus just doesn’t appear in your computer - you have to put them there, usually by running program from the Internet that contain viruses. They sometimes come from attachments in emails. It is possible that an email from a friend could contain a virus if that person’s computer is infected. With anti-virus software installed on your computer, this will tell you whether or not it is safe to open the email with a message such as “No virus detected in incoming mail:

When you do get a virus through programs or mail, it hides in your computer and when you save data in the computer, you also save the virus. Then it starts to infect all the other files in your computer. When you send files to a friend or co-worker, you also send the virus to his/her computer. After a while the virus starts to crowd the data in your files and causes major problems with the system, such that you may not even be able to open important documents or you may not be able to open any of the programs on the computer. The virus won’t affect the memory of your computer, but it will affect any disks that you use to save your work.

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In my research around the net it amazes me how many different products online are out there that are complete junk. The thing that is scary to me is that people are buying them every day!

Make a million dollars at home just by pushing a button! You can grow a new head of hair in a few days with my magic product! The ultimate guide to getting laid! Lose 10 pounds in 7 days!

Give me a break.

The anonymity of the internet is attracting a whole new group of snake oil salesmen (and women) who are feeding on our weaknesses mainly vanity and greed. Who doesn’t want to earn a lot of money by doing nothing? Who would not be flattered if they were surrounded by members of the opposite sex who lusted after them? Who would not like to lose 10 pounds in a week with no dieting or exercise? Not many people in today’s society.

Don’t get me wrong there are many useful programs and products online that can help you to do many things including lose weight, make money, etc. However, there are no quick fixes. Keep in mind that if you are to truly succeed with any of those programs you will need to end up putting some work into it.

My advice to you is to do your research. If a product seems too good to be true it most likely is. Many of the internet marketers out there are interested in one thing and one thing only, the sale. After that they are done. Make sure that whatever you are looking at has some sort of guarantee and if the product turns out to not be what you were hoping RETURN IT! Help make the internet a better place by not letting the charlatans get away with scam products.

If you have questions on an item try putting the name of the product in Google and see if there are any reviews on it. Many times people will post their comments and reviews in different forums and blogs which could help you to make a decision on a product.

Kevin Anderson researches products that are sold on the web and gives his comments are reviews on them. He publishes his findings at http://www.spedinc.com and on his blog at http://www.clickbankcatalog.blogspot.com.

When buying window locks for your home, there are a number of factors that you need to consider. Buying locks for your windows isn’t always easy - you want to ensure that you have locks that offer a high level of security, but you also want something that fits in with the rest of your decoration or theme as well as fitting in with your budget. Having proper window locks fitted is an important part of any home improvement program in order to improve both the appearance of the windows as well as the security of the home, but it is important to select the right locks for each window and room. One thing you should never compromise on when buying locks for your windows is the quality of these accessories - although you want locks that look good with the rest of your décor the most important function of these products is to keep your home secure and safe. Therefore, it is worth looking into the different types of locks available, and finding out more about the quality of the locks and the reputation of the manufacturer. Often, your local police department can offer advice on the best locks for your needs.

There are locks available to suit all needs

Whatever type of windows you have in your home, you should have no problem finding the ideal locks to provide you with security as well as complementing your windows and décor. You can get these locks in a choice of metals such as brass and nickel as well as pvc and plastic. You will find a range of locks suitable for different types of windows, such as sash locks, window latches, sliding locks, keyed locks and more. If you have different windows throughout your home it is important that you select the right lock for each individual window type, as this will ensure that you have maximum security as well as ensuring that your window hardware matches your windows and décor.

Buy your locks online to enjoy great choice, quality, and value

When buying your locks you want to ensure that you get both quality and value for money, and in order to do this you need to ensure that you have plenty of choice. Although you can get a good choice of locks in local DIY stores, you will often find the choice is far wider when you shop online, which gives you a better chance of finding the ideal locks for your needs. You can enjoy outstanding value for money on your locks when you shop online, so there is something to suit most budgets. You can also find locks from an array of reputable manufacturers, so you can depend upon quality, which means peace of mind for you and your family. You can browse the choices of window hardware from the comfort of your own home, and place your order simply and securely online. Your chosen hardware can then be delivered quickly and efficiently to your home ready for easy installation.

John C.Baker releases many articles for http://www.replacement-windows-tips.com an web site for information. The author is publishing about window locks and other areas in this field.