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  1. PJayUK

    Vehicle Security Options?

    We live in a fairly quiet village but occsaionally have a problem with youths vandalising cars. Normally this is either one of the drunken little s*&$s jumping on the bonnet and roof or scratching the bodywork. Normally my cars are parked on the drive but we are about to have some building...
  2. J

    How do you get your catalyst engraved with a security code?

    Where can I get this done?:dk: Car part thefts lead to police warning - East Anglian Daily Times
  3. corned

    S211 Security

    The alternative title to this thread is "Imbecile of the week award goes to..." I gave my S211 a good security test yesterday. I was at a supplier of ours up in Thirsk, North Yorkshire. It was belting it down as I was leaving, and I had an armful of stuff to shove in the back of the car, so I...
  4. W

    Free comprehensive PC security software

    I've read recent IT threads with interest, especially those relating to viruses and malware. Now having just reinstalled Windows XP I'm keen to install appropriate security software. What's the forum's view on my current setup: Firewall: Router and Windows XP default Antivirus: Avira Spyware...
  5. Sorry Pete

    W124 security: Still being stolen for the African market?

    A few years ago, as was highlighted in the MB Club Gazette and through the Met Police's press people these cars were a prime target for theives to be transported whole/broken for the African market. At least one London borough issued a general warning to owners of these models to take extra...
  6. KillerHERTZ

    Dano's CLK thread 'Head removed for security'

    Mate, your face is on your avatar image :D :D :D HERE Nice car BTW!
  7. Stuart O

    McAfee security centre

    I have installed this and paid for it for use on my laptop - is tere a way to have it installed on my wifes + the house PC without having tp pay 3 times for it ??
  8. Bobby Dazzler

    Linux OS security software

    Thinking of maybe getting an Acer Aspire One solid state memory laptop, which is shipped with Linux Lite OS. Never used Linux before. I'm aware that Linux is less likely to suffer from virus attacks and security breaches generally, but would still prefer to be protected. I've even read...
  9. W210 Fan

    Internet security - Autotrader - all to read please

    Guys, I have seen more and more recently people posting from Autotrader when comparing vehicles etc, most people do not realise they have just left their postcode on the internet as its used in the Autotrader search, in their information beside the post is what car they own, it doesnt take a...
  10. Spinal

    IT Security: Attacking tax records

    A slightly odd and very off topic question here... As part of my course, I've stumbled across an interesting question - to oversimplify: Who would want to gain access to a companies tax records and why? Now, remembering that I'm half Italian, I'm thinking the mob/organised crime would...
  11. Jukie

    Wireless security

    The router offers WEP, WPA-Personal, WPA2-Personal and WPA2-Mixed. The card offers WEP, WPA, WPA-PSK, WPA2 and WPA2-PSK. Apart from WEP (I'd rather use WPA) which combo will work? I've tried all (I think - I got confused!! :o) and couldn't get any combo to work. Op sys on Dell laptop is XP...
  12. D

    Security Alarm

    I have a 1997 W202. The security alarm started to go wrong and gave false alarms after I disconnected and reconnected the battery earth terminal. I understand that the security module is a third party supplier Scorpion which had since gone bust. MB of course denial all liabilities and would not...
  13. S

    New merc's security

    Recently I posted regarding an new facelifted SLK 280 i was ordering. Thanks to everyone here, it made my decision easier and the car will be ready in may time. My next question is about security of the vehicle. Somebody today was telling me that I should consider getting a tracker fitted. I...
  14. Parrotman

    WEP Wireless Security

    Following link may be of interest re vulnerable settings: http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/technology/7052223.stm John
  15. grober

    Best Internet Security Suite

    Yep its that time of year again----Renewal time for the internet security package.:( I fancy a change this year on the basis of the moving target principle.;) Trouble is that there are so many packages out there.:eek: Norton Internet security 2008 is about to hit the streets ( question is...
  16. M

    Call from MB: Security check on e-class?

    Some dude called me yesterday from Manchester number (0161) and mumbling something that they are carrying security checks on all e-class cars because of some potential issue. He couldnt articulate what it is about. What is it? I could think 2 possible options only. 1. Con - someone...
  17. T

    False sense of security?

    After the other day I'm left wondering whether owning and driving a prestige car is not healthy for certain individuals. I was tootling along (70-75mph) the M18 the other day, traffic was busy, road conditions good, visability good. I was in the left lane, occasionally having to overtake...
  18. grober

    Norton Internet Security and McAfee on same network?

    A mate has a problem with his home wireless network. :( It only has 2 computers on it-his desktop and his son's portable. They both had Norton Internet security 2006 installed previously. Now his son's Norton licence ran out and he has installed a McAfee security package on his portable. My...
  19. eGuru

    Network security

    Hi Anybody specialise in network security? Looking for some advice on career change. Thanks Jay
  20. mercmanuk

    Steel security gate

    Steel security gate i think its powder coated white comes with 3 case hardened hinges with snap bolts high security brass lock 79" high...331/2" wide but theres an xtra 31/2" movement on the hinges can be opened from both sides brand new still shrink wraped..cost roughly £300 ive fitted...
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