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Antivirus Tip: Treat any interaction on the internet like a professional meeting – provide what is needed, and do not do more than what is necessary.
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Antivirus Tip: Do not use the same password for multiple accounts. Use long, varied passwords, and a different one per account.
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Antivirus Tip: Use different e-mails for different kinds of accounts, instead of just one e-mail, in case your information gets hacked.
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Antivirus Tip: Keep a list of at least five people you know who can help you if your computer starts doing something you know isn’t normal.
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Antivirus Tip: Always use two-factor authentication – this generates a password that you must enter at the time and adds a layer of security.
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Antivirus Tip: Do not use public charging ports. They are a prime target for criminals to tinker with that allows them access to your charging device.
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Antivirus Tip: Enable a screen password prompt. This limits access and gives you peace of mind.
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Antivirus Tip: Limit the number of games you have on your device. They occasionally have click-bait ads that can be tempting, especially to children.
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Antivirus Tip: Change your passwords and do it often. Depending on how important they are, they need to change either every six months or every month.
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Antivirus Tip: Be careful when using 'open' or free Wi-Fi in a coffee shop or airport lounge. It's open to anyone, including hackers and viruses.