Password Managers

Today we are going to handle dynamite — Passwords and  duplicate file removers.password manager scorecard

LastPass is a common password manager.

Why show LastPass instead of, for instance, DashLane?  Because LastPass is what I use.  I haven’t much time to do comparative research on your behalf. In InfoWorld Scorecard, LastPass scored highest (see left graphic).

To use LastPass you need a memorable, strong master password.  Kaspersky has a website where you can try out different passwords for strength.  Then you can set up a LastPass account .

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Beyond Password Managers

KeyWpSettingsManaging passwords to your domain name account and website involves more than just long passwords and a password manager, especially in organizations. How do you ensure a smooth turnover? How do you balance ease of access with security?

Too often a site you build for one person, other than yourself, or for an organization, is open to mis-management when relationships sour, or key holders are unavailable. Continue reading

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Minutes of Exec Meeting Feb 8 2016

Exec meeting Minutes Feb 8th

Call to Order 7:05 pm
Present: George Bowden, president; Dorothy Cushway, Vice President; Barkley Cox, Clubhouse

Absent: Martin Brooks, treasurer-secretary; Iain Fletcher Membership Continue reading

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2016 AGM Summary Minutes

From AGM Minutes for Victoria Computer Club, of Jan 21 2016,  held at the Clubhouse,. 85a Burnside Road West Victoria   Called to order at 2pm. 22 members present.

No change in member dues.

Election:

  • George Bowden – President
  • Dorothy Cushway -Vice President
  • Martin Brooks -Treasurer-Secretary
  • Iain Fletcher – Membership
  • Barkley Cox, Clubhouse
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Block Windows Upgrade nag

Microsoft details how to block Windows 10 upgrade

Not for beginners.

The club intends to upgrade their lab machines to windows 10 around March.

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Security Overview, and Malware Bytes install

Screenshot from 2016-01-13 10:13:09Here is the presentation George gave at the Seniors SIG Monday January 11th.

PC Magazine has a new review of anti virus programs.  Besides Malwarebytes free, you should run a purchased antivirus suite.

Copy this url, then click on download to get the book on security:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/0ByyQh_36_5b4X3hWX0dlZmNCSEk/view?usp=sharing

 

 

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Exec meeting Minutes Jan 11, 2016

Exec meeting Minutes Nov 16

Call to Order 7:05 pm
Present: George Bowden, president; Martin Brooks, treasurer-secretary; Dorothy Cushway, clubhouse; Barkley Cox, Vice President,  Iain Fletcher Membership Continue reading

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2015 Christmas Party Pictures

Early arrivals

Early arrivals

The Christmas party was well attended, by about 40 members who enjoyed the food, punch, and conversations.

Pictures from the 2015 Christmas Party courtesy of Gordon Collins. Continue reading

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Ken’s Christmas Light Show

Ken's Christmas Light Show Member Ken Beattie invites members to drive by his Christmas Light Show at 861 Ferrie Rd, off Glanford Ave. in Royal Oak, 5:30 pm to 10:00 pm . Please leave comments below.

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No Drop-In on Sat, Dec 26, 2015

Drop-In will be closed on Saturday, December 26th but will be opened 12-4pm Sunday, December 27th.

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