We know that in today’s world protecting your computer is a must. However, there are number of ways to protect and remove malware but no ensure your computer is secure, there always loophole for hackers in any terms. So we can use different layers of protection such as:
- Firewall
- Keep your Windows operating system up to date
- Antivirus Software
- Anti-Spyware Software
- Use Complex and Secure Passwords
- Check Security Settings of the Browser
- Backup
Firewall:
This is a first step of computer protection, it’s always recommended to keep firewall turn on. There are two types of firewall i.e. software and hardware firewall for security.
Keep your Windows operating system up to date:
Very important step regularly check for latest security updates and patches available for your Windows operating system. Also, make sure that Windows automatic update is turned on in order to download and install the important updates that can help protect your computer against new viruses and security threats.
Antivirus Software:
Antivirus plays major role in real time protection and another step to protect the computer. It’s always recommended to use good antivirus, which helps to protect the computer from any unauthorized program, code or software that creates a threat to the computer. Even your computer is virus free; you must install antivirus software and regularly update it.
Anti-Spyware Software:
Anti-Spyware is similar to antivirus offers real time protection. Anti-Spyware scans all incoming information to you and helps to block which contains virus or any threats once detected.
Complex and Secure Passwords:
First line of defence and always recommended to have strong and complex passwords. Complex passwords are difficult for the hackers to find. Use a long password and include a combination of numbers, letters that are both upper and lower case and a special character.
Check Security Settings of the Browser:
As we know browsers have various security and privacy settings that you should review and set to the level you desire. Now browsers are updated and provides ability to tell web sites to not track your movements, location which increasing your privacy and security. Along with you can block pop-us and malicious ads those are not relevant to you.
Backup:
Very important and it’s mandatory to always keep backup your files in regular interval. You could make use of External hard drive, cloud backup etc to accomplish this task.