Antivirus Tip: Use multiple programs, anti-virus and anti-spyware, to provide adequate protection from spy- and malware, especially when browsing the internet.
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: Every one of your network users must be safety-conscious. Understand how to be safe online and what to do when something worrying happens.
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: If you must shop online, use a secure device that has a strong firewall and always make sure they have SMS verification.
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.
