Keeping ourselves safe from malware and viruses is mostly in our hands. More than 90% of computers are infected due to the user’s mistake. Our computers have caught a virus if they start slowing down, behave unusually, crash during processes or restart several times, show annoying messages and some of our documents disappear or become inaccessible. We must avoid this situation to be created. Some simple measures can prevent our system from malware and viruses. Ÿ Install anti-virus software and keep it updated. Ÿ Run scheduled scans regularly with your anti-virus software. Ÿ Keep your operating system updated. Ÿ Do not click on internet links which have unusual labels, images or captions. Ÿ Do not open email attachments or click on hyperlinks from unknown senders. Ÿ Scan USB ash drive, SD cards and mobile phones before opening. Ÿ Use your spam blocking or ltering tools to block unsolicited emails, instant messages and pop-ups.Ÿ Only download les and programs from trusted sources on the internet. Ÿ Never use an open WiFi.

Protecting Against Malware

So now we’re at the biggest question of all: “How do I make sure my computer or network is malware-free?”

The answer has two parts: Personal vigilance, and protective tools. One of the most popular ways to spread malware is by email, which may be disguised to look as if it is from a familiar company such as a bank, or a personal email from a friend.

Be wary of emails that ask you to provide passwords. Or emails that seem to be from friends, but have only a message such as “check out this cool website!” followed by a link.
Personal vigilance is the first layer of protection against malware, but simply being careful is not enough. Because business security is not perfect, even downloads from legitimate sites can sometimes have malware attached. Which means that even the most prudent user is at risk, unless you take additional measures.

What is Malware Protection?

Malware security protection provides that second vital layer of protection for your computer or network. A robust antivirus software package is the primary component of technological defenses that every personal and business computer system should have.

Well-designed antivirus protection has several characteristics. It checks any newly downloaded program to ensure that it is malware-free. It periodically scans the computer to detect and defeat any malware that might have slipped through. It is regularly updated to recognize the latest threats.

Good antivirus protection can also recognize — and warn against — even previously unknown malware threats, based on technical features (such as attempting to “hide” on a computer) that are characteristic of malware. In addition, robust antivirus software detects and warns against suspicious websites, especially those that may be designed for “phishing” (a technique that tricks users into entering passwords or account numbers).

Finally, malware protection needs to be usable. Effective antivirus software must be simple to download and install, so you don’t need to be a Ph.D. in computer science in order to use it. Look for antivirus software solutions that have the characteristics outlined above — and follow through by installing it.

Safeguard against Malware

Safeguard against Malware

Safeguard against Malware