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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.
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Antivirus Tip: Keep a ready list of easy ‘how to’ instructions for guests to make it easier to navigate the security you have set up on your PC and network.
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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: Share knowledge with those who use your devices, so they are aware of what to avoid and limit their usage to prevent any accidental infections.
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Antivirus Tip: Set up a software/ hardware firewall to protect the network against threats, such as an internet firewall and a physical barrier to the server.
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Antivirus Tip: Always enable the spam filter on your e-mail to prevent suspicious e-mails from entering your inbox and you accidentally viewing them.
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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: 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: Use your own devices, as typing your personal info on another device might result in your information being used for criminal reasons.
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Antivirus Tip: If you have guests on your network, assign them a guest SSID and a different password that expires once they have completed their task.