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Comparing to decades ago, now computers have become an integral part of everyone's lives.

Whether at home or the workplace, everyone is using it and is connected to the internet.

Computers have indeed made our lives productive even during the pandemic. It helped to work efficiently, sitting at our homes.

With everyone using computers and laptops every day, it is becoming more vulnerable to numerous threats.

It doesn't matter which operating system and computer you're using; threats can affect any.

Without any computer security, a virus can destroy the system's operations as well as steal sensitive information.

Luckily, there are ways you can prevent such scenarios. The only problem is most people either ignore or don't have time to secure their computer.

You don't need to be a technical person; all you need to do is follow the essential measures in this post.

They're not difficult to understand and implement and will help you in threat prevention.

Keep your system and software updated

  • Though frequent pop-ups of updates can be annoying, they're significant.
  • Updates come with fixes and security patches that help to fill up the loopholes. These are vulnerabilities that give opportunities to hackers to compromise your computer.
  • Therefore, it's vital that whenever you get an update notification, make sure to download it.
  • You can even opt for manually updating, but it's often forgotten, so keep the auto-updates ON.
  • Whenever there is an update, your computer will download and install it.
  • Also, if you find that an update is not stable, wait for a couple of days and then install it.

Be careful of phishing emails

  • If you see any emails from any online service that ask you to provide personal and financial details are fake.
  • Usually, these kinds of spam emails are often blocked by filters. In case they pass through that, don't click on them without thinking twice.
  • Always cross-check the emails, sometimes it can come from your friend's hacked account too.
  • In case you by mistake, click on a link; hopefully, your browser or antivirus will prevent you from visiting the site.

Turn ON Firewall

  • Window's built-in firewall protection can prevent access to unwanted apps and software from the internet.
  • This helps in the prevention of malicious software and apps getting download without your concern.
  • It is turned on by default in the Windows operating system. You can check its status in the Settings window, if it's not on, please enable it.

Keep your web browser up-to-date

  • Browsers are a medium that connects you to the digital world. It even exposes you to possible web threats.
  • If your preferred browser is outdated and bugged, it can help hackers to get access to your computer quickly. They will easily exploit your system and steal vital information.
  • Web browsers even include financial information if you do online shopping and banking. Keep the browsers updated to prevent your valuables from getting compromised.

Make a strong password that is hard to guess

  • Most of the websites or applications you visit require you to create an account. But the thing is you can't trust how those sites, applications store the password.
  • Even a weak password that is easy to guess can lead to virtual theft of information. And if you have a habit of keeping the same passwords in every account, all will be compromised.
  • Therefore, make sure to create a complex password that is not easy to crack.
  • If you find remembering multiple account passwords, utilize a password manager. There are a lot of best options in the industry that can securely store your passwords.

Install robust antivirus software

  • Following preventive measures, along with an antivirus installed, is the best way to keep the system secured.
  • Machines that are connected to the internet are always vulnerable to threats and viruses like malware, ransomware, spyware.
  • Just following preventive measures is not enough because a weakly protected device is at more risk.
  • Installing an antivirus that provides advanced security features can prevent sophisticated threats. It will also quickly detect and remove any viruses on your computer.
  • There are a lot of options, both free and paid to choose from for the antivirus. Free antiviruses now provide the same security as premium ones but lack in extra essentials.
  • If you go for paid antivirus, I would either recommend McAfee or Kaspersky Antivirus. Both antiviruses are considered trustworthy and reliable when it comes to protection.
  • They have never failed to provide comprehensive protection to its users.
  • But alone antivirus protection is not enough, so, along with it follow the preventive measures in the post.

Final Thoughts

Computer security is a vast topic that also includes technical methods. But by following the necessary protection steps, you can ensure to prevent any virus attacks.

Even if you have an antivirus installed, you should also follow preventive measures on the web.

Working from home requires you to stay connected to the internet; it is very crucial to keep the system protected.

If once the system is compromised, you will lose not only essential files but also your job.

Also Read: Why and How often you should update your website?

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