Do you know what’s the best way to protect your computer ? The best answer is layered security.
In order your computer to stay safe all the time you have to protect all of the valuable information you have stored, like your social security number/password, bank account information and different work related files. Here are five layers of security you can use to protect your computer machine and your identity.
1. Install antivirus software and keep it updated.
When was the last time you updated your antivirus software? Even if it was last day, your computer may be vulnerable to a myriad of threats as malware is constantly evolving to avoid detection. Make sure your software is always up to date with the current definitions of malware.
2. Make sure your desktop is password protected.
When you turn on your computer does it prompt you for a password to login? If it does not and your computer is stolen, the thief has an all access pass to everything on it. Prevent others from logging in by creating a decently long password with letters, number and symbols.This may help your personal files to be protected when your machine is stolen
3. Install a web reputation browser plug-in.
Scammers and hackers are getting more and more clever, making it difficult sometimes to know if a website is malicious or not. There are browser plug-ins out there that will alert you if you click on a link to a questionable website.
4. Do not click on pop-ups for antivirus software.
While they may be offering to help you protect your computer, these pop-up ads are usually a ruse aimed at your financial information. Do not ever enter any of your personal information on pop-ups or unsolicited websites.
5. Use a spam filter on your email acount.
If you are using emails you have to be care when you receiving it because a lot of damaging software and viruses are sent through emails every day, You may recognize them as spam, but they can also masquerade as people you know even your family members. Keep these emails out of your inbox by setting up a spam filter on your email account. Also, use your common sense and never open any emails that even hint at being spammy.::
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