Top tips for avoiding viruses
Viruses are an inescapable part of the Internet experience. Depending on the virus, the effect can range from amusing to devastating.
When it comes to dealing with the hazards posed by viruses, prevention is much easier than a cure. We have compiled a list of top tips to prevent viruses from entering and affecting your computer system.
1. Beware of all unexpected or unsolicited email attachments and links
2. Use a good anti-virus program to regularly scan your hard drive
3. Use a good anti-virus program to scan all incoming email attachments and all files or programs that came from someone else's computer
4. Update your anti-virus program regularly
5. Back up your data files on a regular basis
6. Purchase or obtain files or software only from trusted sources: we strongly advise to avoid file sharing programs such as Limewire
7. Avoid forwarding email attachments unless you first scan the attachment for viruses
8. Look for an unexpected file extension on any attachment
9. Be careful what sites you visit: some sites can contain viruses that will install to your computer without your knowledge
10. Scan all files from disks, memory sticks or cards before saving them to your computer
If you have any questions regarding virus protection, please do not hesitate to contact us. We will happy to advise on the steps needed to ensure you will always be protected.
