Virus & malware management is a big topic in the tech world today, and for good reason. It seams like every time you turn around, a new scam develops or a significant data breach occurs. Virus & malware management is something you should be constantly aware of, whether you are at home or in the workplace, to prevent device issues and protect your data.
Here are some of our top recommendations for virus & malware management:
- Update your operating system. When updates become available, install them. If possible, enable automatic updates. These updates patch security issues that malware will often try to target.
- Use strong passwords. Never use the same password for several accounts and vary your use of upper/lower case letters, numbers, and symbols. Consider using a password manager and change your passwords regularly.
- Be smart with email. Never click any links from unknown senders and avoid opening unexpected attachments. Watch out for red flags in emails, such as urgency or unknown addresses, and always verify suspicious emails before you take action.
- Browse with care. Only download software from websites you trust and avoid free download sites. Check your URLs carefully before you enter personal information and always look for HTTPS on sites that need sensitive data.
- Run regular scans. Use a reputable anti-malware software and make sure you have automatic scans scheduled. Keep your antivirus software up to date and consider layering it with anti-malware tools for extra protection.
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