How to protect your computer from virus and attacks

Windows system is the main target of many computer attack to date. Virus and attacks can cause the loss of your personal data, identity and money. To protect your computer from virus and attacks, you can read this article.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Computer
• Windows system
• Internet

1. Anti-virus softwares -
   
   A safe and reliable anti-virus softwares is the priority. You can buy and download free anti-virus softwares. Freewares do not mean they are not good, contrarily, some freewares even work better.
   
   3 good anti-virus programs, Antivir personal, AVG and Avast home edition are free and have good reputation.
2. Anti-spyware -
   
   This is a need to detect and remove spyware, trojans and keyloggers to protect identity theft.
   
   Spyware Doctor is free and work very well.
3. Firewall -
   
   This is a little higher level protect. Windows system already incorporated with a light firewall. You may install a strong firewall software to monitor your computer traffic.
   
   Comodo Firewall Pro is a free and powerful firewall.
4. Web browsers -
   
   Pick up a safe web browser can reduce the damage too. Firefox 2.0 , Opera 9.2 , Safari for windows and IE 7.0 are good choices. Firefox has the better reputation in terms of safety compare to IE.
5. Good habit -
   
   Keep updating your softwares to make sure they are in good condition. Scan local disk at least weekly to eliminate suspicious infection or spywares. Always scan downloaded files and try not to open suspicious web address. Also, back up your system regularly.
6. Updating your OS -
   
   Keep updating your Windows system as long as Microsoft releases the corrected files. Go to control panel and set up automatic update. This can help your computer updated at any time.