How to Protect Yourself from Viruses.
Posted by: easypccare.co.uk - High Wycombe on 4th January
2014 @ 09.30
Did you know that computer viruses can now take pictures of you or worse yet, live video? Well they can, and I’ve witnessed it! It’s a pretty scary thing; who knows what kind of information we are unknowingly giving these people. The question is this…is someone really recording the video or is it in the virus programmed to scare you? Either way, don’t take the risk! Here are a few things you can do to protect yourself.
1.) Tape over your webcam if you’re not using it or face it towards the ceiling.
2.) Turn off your microphone when you’re not using it.
3.) Ensure your Internet Browser and add-ons in Chrome, FireFox and Internet Explorer are always up to date.
4.) When adding new software, beware of the new software they will load on your computer, such as the “Ask Toolbar,” “Mcafee Security Scan,” etc.
5.) If someone calls you from "The Windows Team" or claiming to be from "Microsoft" or similar, just hang up. Microsoft will never call you. These scams are getting more and more common. We are getting them!
6.) Ensure you install a PAID Antivirus we recommend ESET Smart Security, we can supply and install ESET for you for only £49.99 including 12 months subscription.
7.) Run Windows update at least once a week.
8.) Ensure you backup you data and files. I can't stress this enough! In the event of a Virus infecting your system, you can restore your files and data from your backup. If you require any advice on backup options we can help, just call us.
9.) If you suspect you may have a virus, DO NOT PANIC, turn off your computer immediately and call us ASAP.
We are able to assist with your backup solution either locally or with our cloud solution
We can detect and remove some viruses via our Remote Assist+ solution.
So no matter your issues. All you need to do is contact us TODAY!
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