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Securely Delete Files with the Incinerator®

Computers are convenient tools for storing all sorts of personal pictures, documents, and files. Gone are the days when entire rooms of our home or office were relegated to physical file storage.

Computer Stress: Coping with Technology

You know that feeling when you need to send an email, but your online service locks up? Or you’re putting the final touches on a document you’ve slaved over and the computer mysteriously crashes?

Wireless Surfing 101 – overview of wireless options

Here we’ll present an overview of the most common wireless options used today.

Eliminate Computer Stress

You know that feeling when you’re finishing up a document you slaved over for hours and then your computer crashes…

Difference Between Software and "Scareware"

Websites that offer to scan your computer for free are all over the internet–be sure to go with those that are trustworthy.

Fixing Computer Startup Problems

Starting up a computer is an intensive process that involves software, hardware, and many different areas of your computer. For that reason, problems encountered during the startup process can have several different causes.

10 Steps to Maximizing Your Antivirus Protection

Using an antivirus program is one of the simplest and most effective steps you can take to protect your computer. Antivirus software monitors your computer and automatically blocks and removes computer infections, preventing them from causing damage or spreading further.

10 Steps to Maximizing Your Firewall Protection

A firewall installed on a computer provides a critical layer of protection and has become a must-have tool for any user accessing the web.

Computer Security Tips – download trusted programs

A firewall provides a barrier against hacking and other unauthorized access, while still allowing desired communication to pass through.

How to Spot a Virus Hoax

Virus hoaxes are false virus warnings that circulate over email and are designed to cause alarm or damage. At best, they waste time and cause undue fear or distress.

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What is iolo's Whole Home License?

The Whole Home License® is iolo’s licensing policy that allows you to install and keep your software running on all of your compatible devices within the same home. Previously, users were allowed to install and license their iolo software simultaneously on a maximum of three PCs. Under the Whole Home License, a single activation key allows you to use your iolo software on all of your PCs, other than any PCs you use for business purposes. What you need to know about Whole Home Licensing

  • You, your spouse, and your relatives living within the same household may use the same license on any number of PCs that you own which are not used for business.
  • For full legal terms and conditions, see https://www.iolo.com/company/legal/eula/

To install your iolo product on additional PCs:

  1. On the additional computer, download the latest version of your iolo product. Choose from the list of downloads offered here.
  2. Follow the steps in the installation wizard, and enter the same Activation Key that you used to install on your original computer.

You can view the Activation Key on the original computer from within System Mechanic > red menu bar > key icon > Activation Key.