| Computer security issues are a problem for computer | | | | untrusted sources. Many people get all sorts of issues |
| users especially those connected to the internet. Doing | | | | by downloading files especially illegally. If you aren't sure |
| nothing isn't the safest option anymore unless you | | | | about it, don't open up the file or email attachment. |
| never go online. There are some responsibilities that | | | | Keep your Windows operating system and the |
| need to be taken to make sure your computer is | | | | software you use updated. This also include the plugins |
| secure. | | | | in your browser like Flash support. Many times there |
| First, get the latest and updated virus and spyware | | | | are vulnerabilities that are patched with the updates. |
| scanners. These don't completely protect a computer, | | | | Not having these updates leaves one open to attacks. |
| but it's one of the best options for protection. Run | | | | Although it might seem burdensome consider |
| these regularly especially in safe mode to get rid of | | | | reinstalling the operating system from time to time. |
| viruses that are harder to remove. | | | | There are many lingering issues that can be on a |
| Be careful about which domains you go to when | | | | computer that are hard to remove. A complete |
| clicking on links in email. Many sites might look like | | | | reinstall will get rid of all the problems like viruses or |
| PayPal and ask for your user name and password but | | | | even worse botnets. |
| in reality it's not PayPal. Never click links in emails and | | | | If you continually have problems, using Mac OSX or |
| insert personal information. Go to the site first from | | | | Linux like an Ubuntu computer might be best for surfing |
| your browser window instead of trying to click | | | | the internet. These operating systems don't have as |
| provided links as this is safer. | | | | many of these issues and security problems. |
| Don't download software or applications from | | | | |