To keep your computer away from malicious software is a must, if you use it to work online or only for entertainment. So, is goof ti know how you can be protected from those malicious software and be free of headaches that can be risk for you. I think these cares must be used for everybody that uses a computer.
1. Protect your computer with a firewall.
A computer firewall creates a virtual wall between your computer and thieves who want to access your personal information. Hardware and software firewalls help keep your computer safe when you're online.
2. Don't share your personal information online.
Social networks are fun and great for connecting with friends, but thieves use them to trick people into providing their personal information. You wouldn't share your private information with a stranger on the street, so don't share it with a stranger online, either, no matter how long you've "known" them.
3. Download security patches for your application programs and browser programs. Some programs are vulnerable to malicious attack and the patches can fix these vulnerabilities.
4. Minimize Contact with Components
ESD is usually caused by friction. You can avoid ESD by minimizing contact with computer circuits and chips. Touch computer components as little as possible. In addition, avoid touching the surfaces of wide parts especially the motherboard and the various PC cards. Hold these sensitive components by the edges instead.
5. Always remember to use 1 antivirus program in 1 PC. Many people think that they can have more protection to install more protection programs in their PC. This is a myth. Remember to uninstall one antivirus program before you install another.
6. Be careful when opening emails. There are obvious emails that you know you shouldn't open, however what about the ones you get from people you know? What if your friend has a virus and it is spreading itself through emails? An email cannot be important enough to risk getting a virus. Delete the email and send a fresh email to your friend asking them if they actually did send you the email.
The above tips are very helpful for you to keep your PC in a safe state.