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Basic Security Tips
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These are the most basic security tips every computer user should follow to protect privacy and keep computer and data safe and secure.
Use firewall. Use a firewall as a guard between you and the internet, this can be either a software or hardware firewall. It is essential for those who keep their computers online through the popular DSL and cable modem connections but they are also valuable for those who still use standard modem dial-up. Firewalls work in the background controlling inbound and outbound traffic and notifies the user of any intrusion attempts on their system.
Use virus protection software.
• Install reliable anti-virus software.
• Update your anti-virus software regularly.
• Configure your anti-virus software to scan all the files on your computer periodically.
Make sure your family members, employees, or others that may be using your computer, recognize virus alerts and know what to do should one attempt to infect your system or in the event it succeeds.
Use strong passwords. Choose passwords that has no relation to you as a person and are difficult or impossible to guess. Use a combination of numbers, symbols, and letters and make sure it is at least 6 characters long. Change your password frequently. Try not to keep it written down. Avoid using the same password for multiple accounts. Click here to read more about password protection.
Back up your files on a regular basis. You should store your backup copy in a separate location from your work files, one that is preferably not on your computer.
Do not keep a computer online when not in use. If you have DSL or ADSL connection to the Internet, then the backdoor of your computer is always open. Always switch off your computer or physically disconnect it from Internet connection when you leave it.
Do not open e-mail attachments from strangers, regardless of how enticing the subject line or attachment may be. Be suspicious of any unexpected e-mail attachment from someone you do know because it may have been sent without that person’s knowledge from an infected machine.
Disable scripts While most of scripts are useful and used to increase the functionality of web sites, some are harmful as can be used to get access to your personal information or cause damage to your PC based on the information about your computer. To avoid the problem turn scripts off while surfing, and only turn them on when a site you trust and want to use requires them. Scripts disabling will keep you from being vulnerable to malicious scripts, however, it will limit the interaction you can have with some web sites.
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Question of the Day
• What are cookies and how do they work?
A cookie is a piece of data which often includes an unique identifier, that is sent to your browser from a web site you visit, stores as a file on your computer, identifies you as a unique user and track your web usage. There are two commonly known types of cookies. One is called a "session" or "non-persistent cookie." It is a cookie that only exists as long as your session on the web site lasts and expires as soon as you leave the web site. It is used to facilitate your activities within that site. The second type of cookie is a "persistent cookie". It exists beyond the life of your session and may live for months or years. A persistent cookie is created in order to recognize users when they return to a website. It enables the site to offer a customized experience tailored to that user - such as remembering your name and password on protected login pages. Cookie data is stored on the user's hard drive. The filename is different for each platform. For example, on Windows machines, cookie data is stored in *.txt files. A web site may set an expiration date for a cookie it delivers. If no expiration date is specified, the cookie is deleted when the user closes the browser.
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