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What is IPv6?

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IPv6 is short for "Internet Protocol Version 6". IPv6 is the Internet's next-generation protocol, designed to replace the current Internet Protocol, IP Version 4. In order to communicate over the Internet, computers and other devices must have sender and receiver addresses. These numeric addresses are known as Internet Protocol...

IPv6 troubleshooting

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Learn some helpful troubleshooting suggestions for resolving IPv6-related Internet connectivity issues. IPv6 related symptoms may include any of the following. The web browser is unresponsive after you enter a search in the search field The web browser reports that it is unable to connect to server because it isn't responding The web...

About World IPv6 Day

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On June 8, 2011 (2011-06-08), several major websites will provide some of their Internet content over IPv6. This will give consumers, businesses, service providers, and developers an opportunity to test IPv6 functionality across the Internet....

Mac OS X Snow Leopard and malware detection

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"Malware" is an abbreviated term for malicious software. Malware includes viruses, worms, trojan horses, and other types of software that can damage the software on your system or violate your privacy. Malware can be installed on your computer when you download content or applications from the Internet, via email, text messaging, or...

About Security Update 2011-003

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This document describes Security Update 2011-003, which can be downloaded and installed via Software Update preferences, or from Apple Downloads. For the protection of our customers, Apple does not disclose, discuss, or confirm security issues until a full investigation has occurred and any necessary patches or releases are available. To learn...

How to avoid or remove Mac Defender malware

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A recent phishing scam has targeted Mac users by redirecting them from legitimate websites to fake websites which tell them that their computer is infected with a virus. The user is then offered Mac Defender "anti-virus" software to solve the issue. This “anti-virus” software is malware (i.e. malicious software).  Its...