tips for keeping your computer secure

Getting your computer infected by virus is a real headache. In this hyper-competitive world of apps and software, it is indeed difficult to maintain a clean computer system. So, here are some handy tips for keeping your computer secure.

Update all your software and apps regularly.

Use a firewall.

Install a good antivirus program. Despite all the varieties you find on the market, we suggest you do some research before coming to a decision.

Clean up your browsing history, temporary files, and cookies from time to time.

Check the settings of regularly used apps for privacy options. Also, you should review and/or revoke authorized apps that you have allowed to run in the past.

Keep your passwords strong. A good strategy is to create a password that is at least 12-characters long containing a mix of numbers, characters, and mixed-case letters. Also, it is recommended to change your passwords at least three times a year.

If you consider using a VPN (Virtual Private Network), make sure it has the highest available encryption and that it is a trusted company from whom you are buying the service.

Refrain from using public computers for secure logins.

Before downloading a file from the Internet, make sure that the source is absolutely trustable. Large and popular companies can be trusted; but if randomly they ask for sensitive information such as your credit card information or your email password, apply caution. Nobody asks for your credit card information unless you are deliberately trying to buy something from them.

If you are confused about something or do not understand, ask someone who knows. When you do, you will minimize the chance of getting caught by malware.

With these tips in mind, you will gain some superpowers against malware; and you will drastically reduce chances of being a victim of virus, trojan, spam, and other sorts of malware.

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