Antivirus Tip: Always customise your anti-virus program’s scanning and removal parameters, otherwise it might remove other protection programs.

Antivirus Tip: Search common signs of malware infection so you are aware and know how to avoid risky actions.

Antivirus Tip: If your computer runs slowly, you get unexpected messages, or you find programs you did not download, your PC is infected and must be scanned.

Antivirus Tip: Pay attention to warnings – slowing down and reading what is in front of you can save you from accidentally clicking on something you should not.

Antivirus Tip: Ad-blockers prevent pop-ups which can lead to dangerous viruses if you accidentally click on the ads.

Antivirus Tip: Make it a habit to keep up to date with the latest tips and hints on how to keep safe whilst using the internet and IT devices.

Antivirus Tip: Strong passwords are longer than 8 characters, with different letters, numbers, symbols and capitals. The longer, the better.

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.