a word to the wise
The biggest security problem is usually found between the chair and the key board. For all that use their PC for internet banking, relying on Ubuntu to keep worms and trojans from their computer, here is another worry for you. If one can call in and reset ones log-on/password by answering a few challenge questions; DO NOT pick questions that have answers in the public record. Research will reveal the full names of all your relatives, where you were married, whitenesses, where you went to high school, etc. Once you have picked the most obscure questions I will suggest you fill in incorrect but memorable answers. [if asked for a pet's name answer with the breed instead]
how do I know this? Suffice to say I no longer use answers in the public record.
OS upgrade with no hardware upgrade: $0.
having a smooth first install: ....priceless.
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