Antivirus Tip: The free software packaged with your operating system is often not enough protection. Rather purchase quality anti-virus and malware software.
Antivirus Tip: A computer virus replicates itself by changing the code in other programs to copy itself across a computer system.
Antivirus Tip: Check your browser settings to see what plug-ins are installed and verify what you have, or you might install malware that installs more viruses.
Antivirus Tip: There are several different types of viruses and they all behave differently, including how they spread: virus, trojan and worm.
Antivirus Tip: When backing up your information, use an external hard drive. Be sure to store it somewhere safe and secure like a locked cabinet.
Antivirus Tip: Shut down your devices and turn off all online connections once you are done using them.
Antivirus Tip: Be careful when sharing memory-storing devices, as they can easily pick up viruses. Plugging them in can result in an infection.
Antivirus Tip: Turn off the 'save password' function in all of your internet browsers. Write down your passwords for safe-keeping.
Antivirus Tip: No institution will ever ask for your password or personal details, as they already have this information.
Antivirus Tip: Social media exposes you to plenty of strangers. Do not click on any links they send you, even if they are your 'friend'.
Antivirus Tip: When making a password, make it common, long and easy enough to remember, but something unique to you alone. ie. GR8atDaY2Day.
Antivirus Tip: Treat any interaction on the internet like a professional meeting – provide what is needed, and do not do more than what is necessary.