Things you should do to protect computer?

Answer 1

The best way to protect your computer is with a comprehensive virus scanning/removal program. Scan your computer on a regular basis and make sure to update your scanner very frequently. You can also get programs like adaware or Spybot Search and Destroy to remove any unwanted spyware. It is also a good idea to install a firewall on your computer.

Answer 2

From What? a racoon? a virus? a burgler? malware?

For Malware, Viruses, Spyware ...etc. use an up to date Antivirus Software, an up to date Firewall and common sense + scan your PC regulary.

Answer 3

First turn your firewall on. Then try to download a Virus Scanner, like AVG or Norton Anti-virus and update windows when it become available. Do not open any emails from any source that are not familiar.

Answer 4

Virus - Definition

A segment of self-replicating code planted illegally in a computer program, often to damage or shut down a system or network.

Viruses and What Viruses Can Do?

Viruses can range from annoying little things to very destructive software that wipes out every file on your hard drive. Once viruses get into your files, there is normally no stopping them. The most common thing viruses are known for doing is destroying or deleting files and cause you to have to shut down your computer till the virus is gone or get your computer repaired but by that time most of your files are gone which is a huge inconvenience. But another thing many people don't know is that viruses do lots of different things such as Spying into your computer, worms that steal files and viral advertising.

Questions on how to protect from viruses through e-mail attachments

Despite most e-mail providers have their own anti-viral system and you having your own (if you don't you should get one; try Norton™, Kaspersky™ or AVG™) some viruses could find their way into your computer through attachments. When this happens ask yourself these 5 questions:

· Do I know the person who sent the e-mail?

· Have you received e-mails from this sender before?

· Were you expecting an e-mail from the sender?

· Does the subject of the e-mail from the sender coincidewith the attachment?

· Do you trust the person who sent the e-mail?

If the answer is no to most of the above (especially the last one) do not open or save the attachment.

When dealing with anti-virus software make sure you install up to date anti-virus software so your hard drive is protected by new viruses and do it frequently.

Answer 5

Get a Computer case with a lockable Hard Disk Drive (HHD) storage slot. Buy a computer lock. Often a very strong cable what can be inserted into your computer and attached to something heavy or unmovable. Or lock your computer in a small safe when unattended.

Answer 6

1.) Anti-virus Software

2.) Good web browser (Firefox)

Answer 7

With Avast Anti virus.......