4. Encrypt like your hair is on fire. If you keep sensitive data on your PC - and most people do -- encrypt it.
5. Layer your security.
Just like wearing layers better protects you from the cold, layers of security better protects your PC from the evildoers of cyberspace.
Use antivirus software and firewalls and keep all your security programs up to date. Antivirus definitions should be updated regularly. Also, make sure to enable the security settings on Web browsers and disable file sharing.
6. Back it up.. If you’ve got important data, back it up. Period. There are too many ways to lose information: human error, hardware failure, lightning storms, voodoo ... the list goes on. It’s just as bad to lose data for these reasons as it is to lose it to malware.
7. Shore up your weaknesses. What are your vulnerabilities? No firewall? Really, really old software? General bad luck? Take account of where you’re weak on computer security and address the problem ... or problems.
8. Take your passwords to the gym.. The stronger your passwords, the more likely they’ll fend off devious intruders who are looking for weaklings they can bully. Passwords should have at least eight characters and should combine alphanumeric and special characters ($, *, &, etc.).
You should also change your passwords every 45 to 60 days. When it comes to malware, spam is usually where it begins. Spam not only gobbles up your valuable time, it also hogs bandwidth and storage space. Report spam if you can and use antispam software whenever possible.
9. Physical security counts. True, most PC security threats are virtual, but problems can also begin in the real world. If your computer is open to snoopers, try a screen-locking feature, or just shut down your system. If you’ve got a laptop, lock it down with a cable. And whatever you do, don’t leave your passwords written down where someone can easily read them. Also, be extra mindful of the physical security of PDAs and handheld devices, which are popular targets for thieves.
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