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: A computer virus replicates itself by changing the code in other programs to copy itself across a computer system.

Antivirus Tip: Get familiar with the anti-virus and security apps that you install – like scanning – so you know exactly what to do when something bad happens.

Antivirus Tip: When browsing online, keep your anti-virus safety settings active and firewall always on.

Antivirus Tip: There are several different types of viruses and they all behave differently, including how they spread: virus, trojan and worm.

Antivirus Tip: Restarting your PC in safe mode disables some of the functions that viruses use to replicate, allowing your anti-virus more resources to work.

Antivirus Tip: Online predators and scammers usually use tempting bait such as ads for cheap deals to lure you in. If it’s too good to be true, it usually is.

Antivirus Tip: Online ads often trick you into clicking on them by appearing as alerts for viruses or promising impossible offers. Never click on them.

Antivirus Tip: Create a secondary e-mail account to ensure that you have a backup should a virus prevent you from changing your password via e-mail.

Antivirus Tip: Whenever possible, keep your anti-virus software up to date, as new software means new weaknesses become apparent and must be patched.