Antivirus Tip: Make sure your anti-spyware has ‘link protection’ which scans a page against a database of updated addresses that are known to be harmful.
Antivirus Tip: Schedule regular virus checks using your anti-virus software, and alternate the days that you run various software.
Antivirus Tip: A good rule to have is to always scan anything you download before you open it. Set your anti-virus software to do this automatically.
Antivirus Tip: It is wise to back up your important files and have them on a separate memory storage device, just in case of a virus or malware.
Antivirus Tip: If you’re not using a printer or file sharing across a network, turn off the option.
Antivirus Tip: Always be wary of USB devices as they can typically infect any network by simply being inserted. Set your antivirus to scan before starting them.
Antivirus Tip: Be sure to check that the Wi-Fi you connect to is from a secure source, and one you can easily identify.
Antivirus Tip: When installing any new software, make doubly sure that the install process does not add additional software from unrecognised sources.
Antivirus Tip: If you receive a message, text or e-mail from an unknown contact you can not verify, do not respond and delete the communication.
Antivirus Tip: Random messages should not be taken lightly – never click on the links and take note of the source as they may send more spam.
Antivirus Tip: Use passwords, even when they are optional.
Antivirus Tip: One way to tell if a site is phishing is if it uses a regular e-mail extension like gmail.com, rather than a company-related email address.
