Antivirus Tip: Always check to see the total amount of resources your protection programs are using. Switch programs for optimal efficiency.

Antivirus Tip: Disable image and file previews in your e-mails as some attachments allow trojans to activate and infect your system or device.

Antivirus Tip: Normal viruses may start as annoying pop-ups, but trojans that prevent you from restarting your PC are admin-level and require experts to remove.

Antivirus Tip: Install specialist anti-autorun software, as many viruses attach themselves to drives and copy to whatever is connected to the system or network.

Antivirus Tip: Not all files picked up by your anti-virus are malicious. Some are just background system processes. Adjust your AV settings to overlook these.

Antivirus Tip: Disable the autorun function on all USB ports, as most malicious software automatically installs itself when autorun activates.

Antivirus Tip: Buying and using quality anti-virus software is one of the best measures you can take to protect yourself.

Antivirus Tip: Free anti-spyware software often do not provide an adequate level of protection, so consider investing in a paid professional package.

Antivirus Tip: Whenever providing sensitive information, double check that no strange programs are running in the background. Virus scan if you must.

Antivirus Tip: Use multiple programs, anti-virus and anti-spyware, to provide adequate protection from spy- and malware, especially when browsing the internet.