Antivirus Tip: Never turn off your anti-spyware and anti-virus programs, unless you’re doing a data back-up or maintenance.
Antivirus Tip: Do proper research on an anti-virus program before you purchase and use it. Look at user opinions, expert reviews and other practical info.
Antivirus Tip: A good anti-virus program has DNS (Domain Name System) protection, which basically makes your internet address harder to find.
Antivirus Tip: Be wary of pop-up windows with ads, as they usually lead to malicious websites. Simply close them as they open.
Antivirus Tip: Set up at least two different e-mail addresses so you have one for personal mail, and the other can be used for online shopping and receive spam.
Antivirus Tip: If you purchase a second-hand device, take it to a technician to clear out any malware and to install the necessary protection.
Antivirus Tip: If you are use public Wi-Fi often, invest in a VPN – Virtual Private Network – connection. This ensures a secure connection to your device.
Antivirus Tip: The younger the child, the more adult supervision required. Be on hand but not overbearing and allow the child to explore and learn.
Antivirus Tip: You may feel tempted to share your life on social media but with time, criminals can find out all your personal details and commit identity fraud.
Antivirus Tip: If it seems suspicious, it probably is. Don’t click on links, apps or files that you don’t understand, or download what you are not sure about.
Antivirus Tip: Make a habit of scanning new programs and software, even if they are from a reputable source. Rather safe than sorry.
Antivirus Tip: Before downloading an app or program, read reviews and research how safe it is.
