Antivirus Tip: Email spam or junk mail are usually the first source of viruses, and should be deleted immediately, even if they look like they’re from a friend.
Antivirus Tip: A computer worm copies itself by looking for security holes in a network and infecting the computers that access the network, slowing them down.
Antivirus Tip: Practise good security measures to prevent spyware, trojans and malware, such as making all of your users aware of dangerous websites.
Antivirus Tip: Always check to see the total amount of resources your protection programs are using. Switch programs for optimal efficiency.
Antivirus Tip: Never leave a PC or device unattended. If you know you’re going to be gone for anytime longer than 10 minutes, lock it or shut it down.
Antivirus Tip: Use a password manager program to not only manage all your passwords, but encrypt them, too. Writing down passwords on a notepad is smart.
Antivirus Tip: Restarting your device typically clears the memory of minor errors. If they persist, back up all your data and then perform a factory reset.
Antivirus Tip: A sign that your device is infected is sudden sluggish performance and programs running without a prompt. Scan and clear out threats immediately.
Antivirus Tip: Always hover your cursor over a link to see the full address, especially as some can be shortened to hide malicious links.
Antivirus Tip: When confirming if a website is legitimate and not a spoof, carefully check if all spelling on the page is correct before you click.
Antivirus Tip: Any e-mails or messages that demand you ‘act now’ are very likely to be phishing attempts, and must be ignored and deleted.
Antivirus Tip: If you believe the website you are currently viewing may be unsafe, odds are it may just be. Close the web browser and run an intense AV scan.
