Virus Repair And Removal Frederick

Virus Repair in Frederick

Many people are paranoid about their computer getting infected with malware, and rightly so. But today there are many measures you can take to combat the onslaught of malicious software plaguing the World Wide Web. Some effective controls include:

• Use the latest anti-malware software and keep it updated daily. New viruses are always being released, and diligent anti-malware programmers are always working on software updates to prevent these new bugs from infecting your system. Don’t forget to check for updates daily! Of course, most programs today can be setup to run these checks and perform updates automatically.
• Install security patches and updates on all your software on all computers and laptops, not just on virus protection and Windows on your main PC.
• Use a firewall. Many people assume they have a firewall and likely do, but it may not be configured correctly. Ask your repair technician to make sure you have this essential feature working properly for your protection.

Secure your browser. Don’t fall for the myth that avoiding Internet Explorer is enough precaution. In fact, certain browsers and certain types of sites are just part of the problem. Many legitimate, well-known sites are being implanted with malware, particularly JavaScript that can quickly and easily infect your computer and compromise your system and data. The best measure you can take is to disable JavaScript completely for all sites but those essentials you visit most often. This will also make your browsing experience more pleasant by blocking most pop-ups.

• Stay ahead of the bad guys by carefully monitoring your email. Many people aren’t aware that a lot of worms and Trojan horses infect your computer by using legitimate email contact names. So even if you think you know who sent it, avoid opening email attachments you receive unexpectedly or under any suspicious circumstances. And treat IM just as carefully.
• Keep it simple. Plain-text email is safest, as even your email client can put you in danger of infection.

Avoid distributed and P2P filesharing. Although it may be free and fun, there’s no such thing as safe anonymous filesharing. Avoid it no matter what. Common sites include Bit Torrent, Limewire, Kazaa, Gnutella, and Morpheus.

Keep tabs on the latest internet scams. While we’ve all learned to be wary of those “too good to be true” email scams offering lottery winnings or job offers, we still need to be on the lookout for trickier scams. These include elegant phishing emails from what look to be legitimate sites you trust. They can have excellent graphic design and be almost impossible to detect, so never give out personal information through email if there’s any possibility of malicious intent. Ironically, these scammers will most often use security concerns as their excuse for needing your password information, etc.

Beware of spreading virus hoaxes. When you hear about a new virus or are told by a source you don’t recognize that you’ve been infected, check out the information thoroughly before taking any action. You can check for virus validity at http://truthorfiction.com .

While there is a lot of scary stuff going on in the world of malware, the goal is to be cautious, aware, and informed—not fearful. Just remember that when you’re protecting yourself from these threats, you’re also working to protect the Internet as a whole.

Virus Removal in Frederick Maryland by CWP Tech Solutions Inc1446 W Patrick St Frederick Maryland 21702

301 662-6219