How Secure is Your Computer?

With the computer technology advancing day by day, it has become important to save your computer from cyber attacks. There are a number of antivirus software available on the web today, like Optimo Defender, Mcaffe etc for the same. However, people assume that only expensive software perform, which is not true at all. Even the expensive software can have various flaws, when a cheaper one can do all what you might be looking for.

Whenever you plan to buy an antivirus, check how good and effective it is. Also do not forget to compare it with the other brands. Even though a lot of software are available on the internet promising to protect your computer, but you can ensure your system’s security by following simple steps.

Here are the 5 tips to protect your computer: -

1.      Backup your data: - If a virus, Trojan or spyware has attacked your computer, then everything can crash within minutes. All your personal information and data, including you’re your music files, photographs, movies, and other documents can become a past in a matter of minutes. Thus, never take a risk and always have a secure backup of your computer data. Experts always give advice to have an external hard disk or other storage device where you can store your personal data. Apart from that there are various online backup services like Dropbox, to have a backup of your computer data.

2.      Update and Patch: - Antivirus software companies always have some patches and flaws. Always double check the antivirus software for these patches.

3.      Wi-Fi protection: - If you are using a Wi-Fi connection, then it is prone to hackers as well as the malware they use for attack. Always try not to use your personal laptop in a wireless hotspot. Black-Hat hackers set up their own Wi-Fi network, and hence technologically create an environment where you feel as if you are connected to your own internet network. Once your laptop is connected to their network, they can easily access into your computer’s files and documents.

4.      Be wary: - Viruses, Trojans and other online threat can attack your computer from anywhere. Always be suspicious while dealing with any unknown emails and never open them even if you are tempted. In fact, delete them right away.

5.      Avoid sharing files: - Today, people continuously swap movies, videos and music files, which is a breeding place for viruses. The files you are downloading might have viruses hidden within. It's not only illegal, but also unsafe for your PC.

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