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PC Protection Tips
The only safe PC is an unplugged PC!
However, for those who need to surf the net…
Purchase and install a Hub/Router to use as extra protection (firewall) between PC and Internet connections
Purchase and Install Anti-Virus Software – some viruses disable virus software, so beware and update definitions often
Norton
MacAfee
An ISP that scans for viruses, in addition to a local virus scanner, is safer for you
PC running slower than normal? Getting annoying pop ups? Go to, www.safer-networking.org – download “Spybot Search & Destroy”. This software download is updated periodically. Running this software on the PC will find and remove spy ware from the hard drive. Update, Scan, Repair.
In addition to running Spybot, www.lavasoftusa.com provides a free download called “Ad-Aware” that is updated frequently. This software removes the spy ware that is added to PCs when visiting websites, gathering cookies, etc. Update, Scan, Repair.
Do not click on links attached to the bottom of pages sent to you from friends or on advertisements. These links are spy ware and attach tracking mechanisms to your emails and leave a trail of where you have been on the net
Be careful of any downloads offered
When in doubt… opt out by typing “Ctrl – F4”. These key strokes allow you to close the active window without responding to an application
Microsoft does not send e-mail with attachments to their customers from “staff@microsoft.com” or any other name… most likely, it’s a virus
Receiving e-mails with attachments from friends can also be dangerous. Give them a quick call or e-mail and ask if they’ve sent you something before attempting to open the e-mail
Previewing an e-mail is the same as opening the e-mail. Close the “Preview Pane” on your e-mail in-boxes
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