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Security Secrets - 13 Ways to Protect Your System
In addition to installing our products, we
recommend that you follow these simple, common-sense precautions to reduce your
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1. Do not open mail attachments from an unknown,
suspicious, or untrustworthy source. If you're not familiar with the
sender, do not open, download, or execute any files or email attachments.
2. Do not check an email attachment unless you
know what it is, even if it appears to come from a friend or someone you
know. Some viruses replicate themselves and spread via email. Stay on the
safe side and confirm that the attachment was sent from a trusted source before
you open it.
3. Do not check any email attachments if the
subject line is questionable. If you feel that the attachment may be
important to you, always save the file to your hard drive before you open it.
4. Delete emails and other spam from your inbox. It's
best not to forward or reply to messages like these. Unsolicited, intrusive
mail clogs up networks, may contain annoying or offensive content, and may
result in security and privacy risks.
5. Exercise caution when downloading files from
the Internet. Be confirm that the website is legitimate and reputable. Verify that an anti-virus program has checked the files on the download site. If you
have any doubts, don't download the file at all. If you download software, be
especially vigilant of free software, which often carries adware or other potentially
unwanted content along with it. Always read the privacy policies and end-user
license agreements (EULAs) for software you install, regardless of the source.
Be especially wary of screensavers, games, browser add-ons, peer-to-peer (P2P)
clients, and any downloads claiming to be “cracked” or free versions of
expensive applications, such as Adobe® PhotoShop® or Microsoft® Office. If it
sounds too good to be true, it probably is.
6. Avoid downloads from non-web sources
altogether. The chances uploading infected software from Usenet groups, IRC
channels, instant messaging clients, or P2P is very high. Links to websites
seen in IRC and instant messaging also frequently point to infected downloads.
Avoid obtaining your software from these sources.
7. Update your anti-virus software often. Threats
are on the increase, and they are constantly evolving. Hundreds of viruses are
discovered each month. To make sure that you are protected against the newest
breed of threats, update your anti-virus software frequently. That means
downloading the latest virus signature files and the most current version of
the scanning engine.
8. Back up your files frequently. If a virus
attacks your files, at least you can replace them with your backup copy. It's a
good idea to store your backup files (on CDs or flash drives) in another secure
physical location away from your computer.
9. Update your operating system, web browser, and
email program on a regular basis. For example, you can get Microsoft®
security updates for Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Explorer at Mcafee.com/activate
10. Vigilance is the best defense against phishing
scams. “Phishing” concerns scams that attempt to acquire confidential
information such as credit card numbers, personal identity data, and passwords
by sending out emails that look like they come from real companies or trusted
individuals. If you happen to receive an email message announcing that your
account will be closed, that you need to confirm an order, or that you need to
verify your billing information, do not reply to the email or click on any
links. If you want to find out whether the email is legitimate, you can contact
the company or individual directly by calling or writing to them.
11. Do not open emails or click on links from
unknown users in your instant messaging program. Instant messaging can be
a vehicle for transmitting viruses and other malicious code, and it’s another
means of initiating phishing scams.
12. Use a personal firewall. A hardware
firewall that sits between your DSL router or cable modem will protect you from
inbound attacks. It’s a must for broadband connections. A software
firewall runs on your PC and can protect you from both inbound and outbound
attacks.
13. Check your accounts and credit reports
regularly. Identity thieves can begin using your personal information to
open accounts, purchase goods, and make your life miserable within minutes of
obtaining that data. Check your bank account and credit card statements
frequently. That way, if you discover that your personal information has been
compromised, you can alert credit companies and banks immediately, so they can
close your accounts
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