Antivirus Tip: Most web browsers have many add-ons that can enhance your safety – like phishing protection – while using the internet. Download the right one.

Antivirus Tip: When you are unsure if a website is safe, google the address before the time to ensure that clicking on it won’t infect your IT device.

Antivirus Tip: Keep a physical list of people who have access to your devices and those who know your passwords, as a way to keep track of users.

Antivirus Tip: Not all security functions are automatically enabled or the default. Check system settings to ensure that all possible security is on.

Antivirus Tip: It might seem obvious, but keep your device’s operating software up to date to plug any holes in its security and regular fixes for program bugs.

Antivirus Tip: Install an antimalware app – it scans your PC for viruses, spyware and other malware trying to access your mail and files.

Antivirus Tip: If you work on a network, keep it limited to only a handful of connected workstations, and with security such as passwords and connection types.

Antivirus Tip: Remember to use the parental controls in the system settings of your device to limit what children can access.

Antivirus Tip: Be careful of using public chargers for devices, or cables that are just left out in the open. Criminals can use these ports to hack your device.

Antivirus Tip: Check your system settings to see which functions are enabled, such as network connectivity or file sharing.