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Step 1
Use virus protection software to stop viruses coming into your computer. Viruses are computer programs that cause some kind of harm to your computer. Antivirus software detects possible threats and identifies viruses. It spots them, quarantines them and fixes the problem. It also removes attachments that have viruses.
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Step 2
Install an anti-virus program on your computer to keep these malicious programs from getting into your computer. These programs can destroy your files, damage your programs and ruin your computer.
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Step 3
Understand that a firewall stops hackers from coming in to your computer. It acts like a real wall that blocks intruders. A firewall program on your computer evaluates the danger of Internet sites. Make sure you have a firewall for your computer.
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Step 4
Use a spy ware removal program to block people from installing programs in your computer. Installed programs can take your personal information and send it back to where it came from. Unknown people can gain access to your credit card numbers and financial information.
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Step 5
Scan your computer regularly with your anti-virus software or choose automatic scan option during installation so that the program will check your computer at regular intervals.
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Step 6
Update your software regularly by visiting the anti-virus program's site or choose automatic during installation so the program updates itself.
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Step 7
Protect your computer by using virus protection software, spyware detectors and a firewall. Although spyware programs and firewalls are not types of virus protection software, they often come packaged together because you need all three to protect your computer fully.
