Antivirus Tip: With online shopping, always check the website address. A secure site will have a padlock icon and start with ‘https:’.

Antivirus Tip: Make every attempt to not be indifferent about security warnings, and simply clicking them off without looking at them properly.

Antivirus Tip: Even if you know how to avoid all the suspicious websites, having some sort of protective software is still a smart choice.

Antivirus Tip: It’s a smart move to disable the ‘autofill’ and ‘remember my password’ functions on most internet browsers.

Antivirus Tip: Some free programs, in some aspects, work better than their paid counterparts. Always do research to see which program suits your needs.

Antivirus Tip: Only install software from trusted sites, as non-secure sites could install additional, and potentially, malicious programs.

Antivirus Tip: If you receive a message, text or e-mail from an unknown contact you can not verify, do not respond and delete the communication.

Antivirus Tip: Enable filters on your e-mail to avoid accidentally receiving and clicking on links in malicious e-mails. Report these to your service provider.

Antivirus Tip: When shopping online, be sure the retailers use two-step verification to confirm purchases and avoid phishing attempts.

Antivirus Tip: Social media exposes you to plenty of strangers. Do not click on any links they send you, even if they are your ‘friend’.