I’m becoming a believer that while computers are handy in our every day life, not everyone should be allowed to touch them.  Some people should be taken far, far away from the nearest electronic device.  And just to ensure that the global network doesn’t crash we need to shoot the worst offenders.

Just kidding.  Mostly.

I’ve been dealing with some computer issues recently caused by people working with computers without LEARNING about them first. Why can’t we have a licensing system for computers? How is running a computer without protection (particularly with sensitive information) any less harmful than a nail gun? Both can be dead useful if used correctly or cause great pain if used incorrectly (Read: stolen identity…).

The best prevention is education.  Pay attention to what the hell you are doing on the computer.  Don’t just click random pop-ups.  And for God’s sake, DO NOT PAY FOR SOFTWARE FROM UNKNOWN COMPANIES!  If you DO get scammed, the majority of computer technicians WILL laugh at you.  Even if it’s not to your face.  Just know, they’re laughing.  It really is just a matter of common sense.