10 Tips to Enhance your PC Security

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MS SAMEER

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14938 Points Joined January 2009

Today almost everyone of us have a PC with an internet connection but how many of us think about it’s security? In fact most of the people are least bothered about their PC’s security. Especially if you have an internet connection safe guarding your PC against network threats is a must. If your PC is not secured then it might be vulnerable to various threats. The threat may be as simple as a virus which corrupts your data or as complex as an identity theft where there are chances of huge loss of money. Did you know that unsecured PCs can be hijacked in minutes ? If you are really concerned about PC security then here are the top 10 security enhancements for your PC.

1. Check Windows Update. Windows Me, 2000, and XP users can configure automatic updates. Click on the Automatic Update tab in the System control panel and choose the appropriate options.

2. Install a good Antivirus software and update it regularly. An Antivirus without updates is of no use.

3. Install a personal firewall. Both SyGate (https://www.sygate.com/) and Zone Alarm (https://www.zonelabs.com/) offer free versions.

4. Install a good Anti spyware.(Antivirus with built-in antispyware is a go0d choice)

5. Use strong passwords and change them periodically. Passwords should have at least seven characters; use letters and numbers and have at least one symbol. A decent example would be f8izKro#l. This will make it much harder for anyone to gain access to your accounts.

6. If you’re using Outlook or Outlook Express, use the current version or one with the Outlook Security Update installed. The update and current versions patch numerous vulnerabilities.

7. Be skeptical of things on the Internet. Don’t blindly assume that an email “From:” a particular person is actually from that person since it is possible to send a fake email.

8. Check for Versign SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) Certificate (Or logo) before you make any e-commerce transaction (Credit card transaction) with a website.

9. Never disable the Auto-Protect feature of your Antivirus. If your Antivirus doesn’t have Auto-Protect feature then manually scan the files before you execute them.

10. Never give out your passwords to anyone at any time even if the person claims to be from “support.”

Replies (5)

Kalpesh Chauhan,

Tax Assistant (Accounting Technician CA

8311 Points Joined April 2008

Thanks brother for such valuable information

Guest

Very good tips , i am giving some addition / addendum

1. Microsoft already stoped supporting the Os UPTO windows xp, only user with windows xp get security update on automatic update till 2014, its better to upgrade your os to newer version windows 7 is latest and is a very good and secured operating system.

2. Microsfot provides a very good antivurus software called microsoft security essnetail, antivirus + antivirus.

7. Use a anti spam software to protect mail spam.

8. SSL can be given by any security company, not necessary the VARYSIGN, so the important to check the lock icon, it should not be broken.

comment: in a nutshell, user find difficulty in managing many security component , better to take a paid Internet security package, (not only paid antivirus), like Norton internet security, Kaspersky internet security, Macafee total protection. ( these are more popular in india, but if you count worldwide reputation Zone alarm total protection is considered best.)/ Also don't install security softwar e from the cd you purchase, that verson normally outdated, download the latest one from the company website and use your purchased key to activate it.

ash

266 Points Joined April 2009

Also install theses FREE softwares on ur computer :

An Anti Virus is a must :

Download Avast 5 full secure AV for free https://download.cnet.com/Avast-Free-Antivirus/3000-2239_4-10019223.html

if u think Avast hogs resources :

try Avira https://download.cnet.com/Avira-AntiVir-Personal-Free-Antivirus/3000-2239_4-10322935.html

My suggestion go for Avast........ Both of them provides Real Time Protection which is a must

Also use Malwarebytes anti malware https://download.cnet.com/Malwarebytes-Anti-Malware/3000-8022_4-10804572.html

and regularly scan ur computer with this free software. It actually detects some viruses which sometimes missed by avast or avira

AND another useful addon McAfee site advisor which shows harmful sites when u search using google

It actually shows safety ratings like green for a secured site........... Yellow -use with caution

and red with unsecure and harmful site warning

It is also a free addon , which works with ur browsers like IE,Firefox etc

https://www.siteadvisor.com/

Have a secured PC

Guest

Most importantly , you must have a genuine windows ( purchased by you , with lisence key) to get a secure pc. If your windows is pirated, then all other valid masure fail to make your pc hacker proof.

Guest

Originally posted by : Mandi
	Most importantly , you must have a genuine windows ( purchased by you , with lisence key) to get a secure pc. If your windows is pirated, then all other valid masure fail to make your pc hacker proof.