The only thing that can stop a cyber attack is PRECAUTION
Computer Security is one of the most important factors to take care of.If you fall in trap of cyber criminals even your identity can be in danger.
Here are 7 tips to protect your PC
1)Get Your Windows Update
Updating your Windows not only fixes bugs but also increase stability and provides more protection towards cyber attacks.
Also update applications that you use on your PC.It will definitely help in improving your PC security.
2)Install Anti-Virus
Installing anti-virus greatly reduces the chance of attacks on your PC and provides additional features of secure online transaction and much more.You can get Avast anti-virus,Norton 360 and other anti-virus software very easily on Internet.
3)Enable Windows Firewall
Enabling Windows Firewall prevents accessing of unauthorized connections and also block unwanted request from computer.
4)Set Computer Login Password
You can set password for your computer to prevent unwanted users from accessing your computer.Many people use passwords to login their computer securely.But remember to use strong and unexpected password.
5)Be Careful Of Unwanted Emails
Take extreme caution while opening mails through unknown sources.The mails may contain virus attached to itself that may compromise your PC security.So be cautious while opening such mails.
6)Download From Trusted Sites
Download software,Videos,Games only from trusted sites.Accessing malicious sites may lead viruses and other cyber attacking elements to access your computer and crack your computer security.So be careful while accessing sites.
Take a look at URL bar when accessing sites.If you see a green lock while accessing a site then it is safe but if you don't then be careful while accessing it.
7)Be Extreme Cautious On Public Networks
You should careful while accessing internet through public network.Cyber attacker uses public network to attack your computer through public networks.So have good security softwares before using public networks.
It is always better to use security before becoming a victim.So be careful before someone access your identity and you become a victim.
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