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Computer Safety. By Taylor Massey. Virus Protection. Anti-virus Software protects your computer from viruses that can destroy your data and slow the performance of your computer. It works by scanning your computer and your incoming emails.
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Computer Safety By Taylor Massey
Virus Protection • Anti-virus Software protects your computer from viruses that can destroy your data and slow the performance of your computer. • It works by scanning your computer and your incoming emails. • It should update its self routinely with antidotes to the latest “bugs”
Spyware • Spyware is installed on your computer with out your consent. • Spyware software monitors or controls your computer us. • I may be used to send you pop-ups or redirect your computer to websites.
Internet safety • Never put your full name or phone number. • Don’t put things on the internet you wouldn’t want someone to see or know. • Consider not posting your photo. • And be wary if a new friend wants to meet you.
Online shopping • Know who your dealing with. • Know exactly what your buying. • Know what it will cost. • Keep a paper trail. • Check the privacy.
Wireless Security • Going wireless requires a broadband internet connection into your home called an “access point”. • This means your neighbors or hackers nearby can “piggyback” on your network. • Use encryption like WPA and WEP. • Don’t assume that public “Hotspots” are secure.