See our
tips and protect your computer from attacks, malware, and various cyber
threats.
In today's world, people
increasingly rely on the computer to perform their jobs correctly and
productively. Thus, we cannot run the risk of losing our data, or worse,
being without the computer to work because it caught a virus, for
example. That's why in this article we are going to help you to make you
more protected against all kinds of threats, whether they are cybernetic,
hacker scams, and the like. Some may sound simple, but they are precautions
that must be taken and observed. See below for what to do.
Tips on the most proficient method
to safeguard your PC from digital dangers
There are several means and tools to
be adopted to make your computer free from threats, whether cybernetic or even
social engineering scams made by hackers. Keep track of them all, even if
you are already running some of them today.
updated software
It doesn't matter if you use
Windows, Mac, or Linux, always keep your system up to date. Manufacturers are
always publishing new security fixes and improving the system with each
update. Don't leave it for later, get used to doing this update at least
once. Preventive maintenance can avoid many problems.
Uninstall programs you no longer use
Attackers can attack your computer
by exploiting the software's weaknesses (its flaws and
weaknesses). Therefore, the less software you have installed, the fewer
potential areas of attack are available. After verifying that the maneuver
is safe, remove any software that you deem unnecessary. Removing
unnecessary software, disabling unnecessary services, and changing unnecessary
default functions also destroy many opportunities for attack.
Secure internet browser
Web browsers like Chrome, Safari,
and Microsoft Edge often lack secure default settings. Securing your browser is
another important step in improving your computer's security. In fact,
more and more attacks are taking advantage of web browsers. Make sure you
use a reliable server and avoid unnecessary plugins/add-ons and extensions.
Firewall
More directly, the
firewall software acts similar to a barrier between your computer and
the Internet, protecting your computer from intruders such as hackers (people
breaking into computers or networks) and malware (a term used to describe
various forms of malicious software, including viruses and
spyware). Firewall software monitors your computer's connections for
incoming and outgoing data and allows you to restrict the flow of data based on
source and destination. In addition, it protects you from possible intrusion.
Antivirus
Antivirus software keeps your
computer free from threats by neutralizing and always scanning your machine.
This antivirus software can help protect your computer. Always leave it on
to auto-scan at least once a week.
Attitudes that can help in the
security of your data
Installing the right tools helps
with your safety, but your day-to-day attitudes can also help
Watch your passwords
Although it is easy and fast, many
people find it unnecessary to have a password to access their
computer. However, it is one of the first and most important steps to keep
your device safe.
If you happen to forget your
device somewhere or find yourself in a place with a lot of strangers, it is of
utmost importance that all your data and information is safe on your
device. That way, avoid simple passwords like 123456, abc123, qwerty, and
others. One password manager software can help for example.
Always log out of the services you
log in
A simple tip that can help is to use
the logout button or, in some cases, logout and logout, to disconnect from
websites, online accounts, forums and social networks. By doing so, you
will protect your personal information and prevent others from accessing your
account.
Protect essential data
If some data is very sensitive to
you or your company, it is recommended not to keep it on your
computer. Keep them on work or external device (in encrypted format) that
is not connected to a network.
Do not use pirated software
Nobody pirates a paid software just
out of kindness, usually, these programs come filled with malicious code, which
can steal your data, allow intrusions, and bring various problems to your machine.
In some cases, they even use your machine's processing to mine bitcoin, for
example, making the machine super slow and preventing you from working
productively.
Have a backup of your data
Keeping an off-site copy of your PC
files helps protect all your important information in the event of a computer
crash or power outage.
A backup can also save you if
you fall prey to ransomware or a hacker to have your confidential data
encrypted. Data can be backed up manually by transferring important documents
to an external hard drive or by using a data storage and recovery service.
Be careful with your email
Fake emails are often used on the
web to trick users into falling into virtual traps. These emails often
offer pricing and promotions and are accompanied by registration or download
links. Its objective is to steal personal and banking information to carry
out scams. Therefore, pay attention if the email you received contains
errors in Portuguese or links to third-party websites.
Free WiFi and public networks can be
dangerous
As difficult as it is to support
free WiFi, be careful if the network does not ask for a password because in
most cases this internet is a trap for cybercriminals to access your computer,
laptop, or mobile device without you noticing. Finally, when using a public
computer or WiFi network without a password, it is possible to connect to
another computer and contact malicious people at the same time.
Be cautious while downloading
documents from the Internet
Don't make life easier for
hackers. Avoid downloading files from suspicious sources, never click on
links received by email, even from people or institutions you know, and be wary
of offers that seem too good to be true. In most cases, users themselves
are responsible for security breaches, and mere attention to online behavior
can make or break a scam attempt.
In conclusion
Good dear readers, we hope that the
tips presented here will help you to effectively protect your computer and your
personal/professional data.