Antivirus Tip: Free anti-malware software offers a basic level of defence for your device, protecting against common threats, dangerous files and links.
Antivirus Tip: Do not wait until your computer starts running slowly or contracts a virus before downloading protection software.
Antivirus Tip: Mac devices might be targeted less often by hackers due to their operating system, but you should not avoid getting malware protection.
Antivirus Tip: Optimise the effectiveness of your antivirus software by having the software continuously running in the background and fully updated.
Antivirus Tip: Where possible, check app permissions and adjust what you allow and prevent access to sensitive functions such as text messages or phone gallery.
Antivirus Tip: Only use messaging apps that offer ‘end-to-end encryption’ as this means your messages are safe from being sent to being received.
Antivirus Tip: Keep a list of apps and programs installed on your device. Remove those you barely use and keep an eye on the ones you do.
Antivirus Tip: If your device supports fingerprint security, make full use of it as a person’s fingerprints are unique.
Antivirus Tip: Don’t allow your child to open any social media accounts until they are at least 13 years old or can grasp the responsibility.
Antivirus Tip: On social media, never add anyone you do not personally know.
Antivirus Tip: If you must post information online, make it as vague as possible and check that your information can’t be found on any search engine.
Antivirus Tip: Legitimate websites do not require you to download software in order to use them. Avoid websites that request you do so.
