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Antivirus Tip: Turn off the ‘save password’ function in all of your internet browsers. Write down your passwords for safe-keeping.
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Antivirus Tip: Enabling an ad-blocker will reduce the number of ads you see, and decrease the likelihood of you clicking on one that leads to a virus.
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Antivirus Tip: Be wary of links on social media, especially if you do not know the user. Even if you know the person, exercise caution when clicking on a link.
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Antivirus Tip: If you’re not using a printer or file sharing across a network, turn off the option.
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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.
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Antivirus Tip: Be sure to check that the Wi-Fi you connect to is from a secure source, and one you can easily identify.
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Antivirus Tip: When installing any new software, make doubly sure that the install process does not add additional software from unrecognised sources.
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Antivirus Tip: Do not use your birthday, spouse or pet’s name, or an obvious popular culture references as a password. They’re the first to be guessed correctly.
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Antivirus Tip: Only share your devices and passwords with those you trust completely, or change your password after sharing it for a once-off task.
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Antivirus Tip: Keep track of all the devices connected to your network like printers, computers, etc. This makes spotting unauthorised devices easier.