Antivirus Tip: No single anti-virus program can provide 100 per cent protection. Using two or three programs to provide a wide security net is preferable.

Antivirus Tip: Delete an app or program if you barely use it – some programs and apps could download extra software, which can potentially collect your info.

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: Be aware of the websites you browse. Some websites install software that tracks what you visit so they can take advantage of your habits.

Antivirus Tip: When making back-up files, be sure to scan them before the time so you don’t accidentally save a malicious file.

Antivirus Tip: Immediately delete chain e-mails or junk mail. They typically have harmful links or contain attachments that have malicious viruses.

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: If a file looks like an image file – .jpeg or .png – but has the .exe extension, then it’s likely to be a virus and must be deleted immediately.

Antivirus Tip: Remember to run your anti-virus program’s scan function on memory storage devices and flashdrives, so you don’t help spread malware.

Antivirus Tip: Set your anti-spyware to run in real time so as to provide protection whenever your device, PC or network is switched on.