Protecting Against Malware
Billions of people use the Internet each day. Those billions of people likely use the Internet for the majority of their work and personal lives. Whether they are on their smartphone, tablet, desktop or laptop; browser security is an important topic. An unsecured browser will welcome in hackers and other scammers to take your personal data from banking websites, retailer websites, and other websites where you enter this data.
Backup
One of the best ways to protect your data and other files from malware is to keep a backup of all your computer files. This is best done by uploading all of your files to a cloud program or even offline completely onto an external hard drive or USB. Be sure to backup each file as you create it or once it is shared with you.
Update Software
It’s a good idea to update all of your software when you receive notifications that updates are available. Leaving software on old versions can create security issues with your computer, opening a spot for hackers to put a virus on your computer.
Firewall
All computers should have a firewall installed on them. A firewall helps to block bad websites and other attacks to your computer. A firewall can be installed and uninstalled at your pleasure, especially if you want to change providers.
Antivirus
You should never operate a computer, either laptop or desktop that does not have antivirus software installed on it. This software can help you block dangerous websites, remove malware that is present on your computer, and much more.
Set Alerts
Set alerts for the various programs you have on your computer, such as when plugins and other software need to be upgraded. These alerts will help you know when it is time to update your computer, which can keep you ahead of hackers.
Backup
One of the best ways to protect your data and other files from malware is to keep a backup of all your computer files. This is best done by uploading all of your files to a cloud program or even offline completely onto an external hard drive or USB. Be sure to backup each file as you create it or once it is shared with you.
Update Software
It’s a good idea to update all of your software when you receive notifications that updates are available. Leaving software on old versions can create security issues with your computer, opening a spot for hackers to put a virus on your computer.
Firewall
All computers should have a firewall installed on them. A firewall helps to block bad websites and other attacks to your computer. A firewall can be installed and uninstalled at your pleasure, especially if you want to change providers.
Antivirus
You should never operate a computer, either laptop or desktop that does not have antivirus software installed on it. This software can help you block dangerous websites, remove malware that is present on your computer, and much more.
Set Alerts
Set alerts for the various programs you have on your computer, such as when plugins and other software need to be upgraded. These alerts will help you know when it is time to update your computer, which can keep you ahead of hackers.