Post by Chief Admin on Mar 22, 2017 23:03:10 GMT 3
•Use strong passwords.
Use a personal password to prevent whoever from accessing your device after you. Use a personal one and make sure you change it often. Also keep the habit of locking your computer.
•Use antivirus software. “Do not avoid security patches”. Download a strong antivirus to prevent viruses, worms and others. This will avoid your computer from being hacked.
•Keep software up to date.
•Verify your software security. Also do not allow any application to make changes to your computer.
•Build personal firewall. A firewall is designed to create a shield between your device and the Internet. It prevents illegal access to your device. Always keep your firewall on as it detects danger and sends you an alert.
•Back up early and often. Make use of websites that provide storage and allow you to keep a copy of your information. It will help to keep data safe.
•Protect against power surges and loss.
•Be careful while surfing on the Internet. If the file sharing feature is on and set to unlimited number of users, disable it and only share information with people you know.
•Be careful while reading e-mails. Do not open an email if the source is unknown or seems shady. Emails have been widely used to send viruses.
•Scan devices and downloaded programs. When you connect a device to your computer or when you download a program or file, scan it for viruses and other malware to prevent them from infecting your computer.
Use a personal password to prevent whoever from accessing your device after you. Use a personal one and make sure you change it often. Also keep the habit of locking your computer.
•Use antivirus software. “Do not avoid security patches”. Download a strong antivirus to prevent viruses, worms and others. This will avoid your computer from being hacked.
•Keep software up to date.
•Verify your software security. Also do not allow any application to make changes to your computer.
•Build personal firewall. A firewall is designed to create a shield between your device and the Internet. It prevents illegal access to your device. Always keep your firewall on as it detects danger and sends you an alert.
•Back up early and often. Make use of websites that provide storage and allow you to keep a copy of your information. It will help to keep data safe.
•Protect against power surges and loss.
•Be careful while surfing on the Internet. If the file sharing feature is on and set to unlimited number of users, disable it and only share information with people you know.
•Be careful while reading e-mails. Do not open an email if the source is unknown or seems shady. Emails have been widely used to send viruses.
•Scan devices and downloaded programs. When you connect a device to your computer or when you download a program or file, scan it for viruses and other malware to prevent them from infecting your computer.