Windows Security

4 steps to protect your computer
 

 
Step 1. Keep your firewall turned on

• What is a firewall?

A firewall helps protect your computer from hackers who might try to delete information, crash your computer, or even steal your passwords or credit card numbers. Make sure your firewall is always turned on.
 
• How to turn on your firewall 

 
• How to choose a firewall


Step 2. Keep your operating system up-to-date

 What are operating system updates?

High priority updates are critical to the security and reliability of your computer. They offer the latest protection against malicious online activities. Microsoft provides new updates, as necessary, on the second Tuesday of the month.
 
• Windows update for windows


• Installing Microsoft Update

 
• Microsoft security updates: Frequently asked questions

 
Step 3. Use updated antivirus software

 • What is antivirus software?

Viruses and spyware are two kinds of usually malicious software that you need to protect your computer against. You need antivirus technology to help prevent viruses, and you need to keep it regularly updated.
 
• How to get and configure antivirus software (ESET)


• Get a free online safety scan

 
• Learn about viruses

 

Step 4. Use updated antispyware technology

• What is antispyware software?

Viruses and spyware are two kinds of usually malicious software that you need to protect your computer against. You need antispyware technology to help prevent spyware, and you need to keep it regularly updated.
 
• Get antispyware technology, free antispyware

   
• Learn about spyware



This tutorial was based on knowledge of the following companies/organization:
SI/ITS (ITQB), Microsoft Corporation, Safer-Networking (Patrick M. Kolla), Sophos, PandaSoftware, BitDefender, Trend Micro Incorporated, Kaspersky Lab, SUPERAntiSpyware.com, ESET.