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1. "Free programs   "It really is a dog's life... many great programs that will enhance and protect your web browsing experience are actually "free." Go dog
  Free virus protection
  Free Spyware protection
  Mydoghouse Free Easy Dialer
  Upgrade your Outlook Express to 6.0 for Free
  Free FTP program to use when building websites
  42 always stay connected program
  Tiny personal fire wall
  Microsoft Updates

2. "Web building tools   "Our pups that use our webspace to build their websites will find this to be a dish full of great information and helpful links." Go dog 

3. "Beware of dogs! "  "A good dog is also a cautious dog! These sites help our pups become aware of various email Virus and email hoaxes. Don't believe everything you see or read on the internet or in an email." Go dog

4. "More Helpful Tools"  "We want our pups to grow in their internet skills and have fun. Some of these sites will help.". Go dog

 

"Free programs" It really is a dog's life... many great programs that will enhance and protect your web browsing  experience are actually "free." 


                  
   

AVG Virus Protection Software is a free virus software that has good reports. There is a free version and updates are free. They also have a paid version with some more features. The AVG websites is: ttp://www.grisoft.com/us/us_index.php

and the free download site is: http://free.grisoft.com/freeweb.php/doc/1/

    Free online virus scan (Go here to scan your computer for a virus - it's free!)
  Trend Micro virus encyclopedia,  (Learn more about: worms, trojan, virus, macros.)
               
    Spybot free search and destroy spyware

Quick DOWNLOAD HERE or go to

Spybot Offical Web Site and download from there or read more info about this program.

   

How Computer Viruses Work
Computer viruses range from pesky to outright dangerous. Some just display a message, while others erase your entire hard disk. Clicking on what looks like a harmless e-mail message can lead to hours of recovery efforts, if not irreparable damage. Learn about the different types of computer "infection" and how to avoid them.
http://computer.howstuffworks.com/virus.htm
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    Easy Dialer 
Down load and open our own
free easy to use way of setting up your dialer. It clocks how much time you spend on the internet each month. 
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    Free OUTLOOK EXPRESS 6.0 official release (freeware download) by Tucows (If you're looking for a free "e-mail program" that is fully integrated with your OS, look no further. This free e-mail program rivals even the most powerful commercial products.) 
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    Need help with your email outlook express set up? (go here for our helpful instructions in setting up outlook express and using your email.)
               
    FTPShell Client  (This is one of the best free ftp tools I have seen or used. Go dog        Need help setting up your ftp? (for the ftp software see our helpful instructions)
               
    42 Always Connected Plug Stay connected to your ISP on the internet by using a free shareware program called 42 Always Connected Plug (AC-Plug) 1.02  OS: Windows (all) File Size: 230K (Sometimes browser connections will time out and cause the browser to disconnect but this program when running continues to ping and prevent that from happening. It is "Highly recommended." Go dog

Other similar programs are found at C/net download.com

       
               
    Tiny Personal Firewall download at C/Net download.com. This free tool helps protect your computer from being attacked. XP has a firewall built into their program but Windows 95 etc. might need to use this tool. For a free Leak test go to LEAK TEST just to see how well your computer is protected. Go dog        
               
    Microsoft Updates It is important that every customer who goes on line get their computer updated by Microsoft for the latest patches and firewall protection! Microsoft website updates are free.

Go to microsoft update page here

If the above link does not work you may also need to go to: www.microsoft.com and then go to Product Resources, Downloads, Window Security updates. (there you will find the latest service packs for windows XP for example) Also on that page you will see "Download Resources" and "Update Services" - You may wish for Microsoft to scan your computer to see what new updates are needed for your computer. The whole purpose of this is "protection of your computer." You can take the time to do this now or pay a heavy price later if you get a trojan or worm

     

 

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"Web building tools" - Our pups that use our webspace to build their websites will find this to be a dish full of great information and helpful links. 


   
    HTMLGOODIES.com (a free tutorial on HTML etc. Do your dog a favor and let him learn at this kennel.)      Glossary of Internet Terms by HTML Goodies
               
    DHTML Lab HierMenus CENTRAL Version 3 Full Window Instructions - dhtmlab.com     Meta Tag analyzer Helpful free tool for webmasters to use.
               
    CSE HTML Validator - The Professional HTML Syntax Checker     Simtel.Net - A worldwide distribution network for Shareware, Freeware, and Public Domain software - Windows 95-98, Windows 3.x (an excellent site to find free software!)
               
    A r t T o d a y . c o m     Country Graphics and Clip Art by Original Country Clip Art by Lisa
               
    FlamingText.com Free online tool for generating custom web page graphics and animations.     Image composer If you use Microsoft Image composer here are some helpful instructions
               

"Beware of dogs!" A good dog is also a cautious dog! These sites help our pups become aware of various email Virus and email hoaxes. Don't believe everything you see or read on the internet or in an email


               
    Hoaxbusters (Go here to see the latest email hoax.)     Urban Legends (Similar to Truth or Fiction above.)
               
    Truthorfiction.com (Before you buy into the latest email rumor... hold your horses until you see if it is truth or fiction at this site.)        
               
               

"More Helpful Tools" We want our pups to grow in their internet skills and have fun. Some of these sites will help. 


               
    Net Nanny (parental controls)     Zone Alarm has some powerful security programs and a free firewall version (We personally use this. One version has anti-virus protection, all have spyware protection. 
               
    Mail Washer  MailWasher is a powerful email checker with effective spam elimination. Discover the safe way to stop unwanted viruses and e-mails before they get to your computer. (You have to purchase this program but may be worth it's cost.)     Instant messenger service by MSN  (we recommend that you use this free service for the latest in instant messages and voice mail by microsoft. Your system must be windows 98 or above for this service to work.)
               
    Callwave  "The Internet Answering Machine is a brilliant
alternative to a second phone line." This feature allows you to hear other callers while you are on the Internet and gives them an opportunity to leave a message instead of hearing a busy signal. Requires "call forwarding." Free 30 day trial and then about $4/mo fee.
    ELLA FOR SPAM CONTROL  Free Spam Blocker program or purchase option  (If you use Microsoft Outlook as your email program you can use this Spam Blocker free. It ads an advertisement to each email about the program. If you want to use it with Outlook Express or use it without the ad you can purchase the program. It is still cheap.)
               
               
               
                 
             
             

FAQ? Don't forget to check out our trouble shooting page  (Frequently Asked Questions)

We will keep adding helpful links here. If you know of a link that might be helpful please let us know so we can post it here and help others. email us 

If any of these links fail to connect please notify us at "broken links"