Computer Security
People quickly get overwhelmed at how hard it can be to keep your computer safe, but rest easy; It's not as bad as people say. First, make sure you have your computer security software set up correctly. Then learn how to use the computer and Internet safely and you'll usually be fine.
Security Software
| Make sure you have a up-to-date Anti-Virus Program to protect you against bad websites or files. |
| Sometimes spyware gets in your computer and the anti-virus won't stop it. Use a spyware scanner to find and remove spyware and adware. |
| Use a software firewall to detect bad code on your computer when it tries to connect to the Internet. |
| Always keep your system up to date with security patches or none of the rest of your security software will matter. |
| Use an encryption tool to protect your important data when storing or transmitting it. |
| Switch to Firefox for your web browsing and you'll be better protected from Internet threats. |
Safe Computing Practices
| Don't get tricked by fake alerts or clever webpages into downloading viruses or spyware! |
