A computer that is not protected by antivirus software and firewall is very vulnerable to hacker attacks. For reliable protection against viruses and Trojans, it is necessary not only to install the appropriate software, but also to configure it correctly.
Instructions
Step 1
First of all, check if the firewall (firewall) is enabled. To do this, open: "Start - Control Panel - Windows Firewall". If the firewall is disabled, select Enable. Remember that the built-in Windows firewall is not reliable enough, so it would be better to install a third-party firewall.
Step 2
The Windows operating system does not have its own built-in antivirus software, so you should install it. The most popular are anti-virus programs such as Dr. Web, Avira, Kaspersky Anti-Virus, Panda, ESET NOD32. You can download these programs on the manufacturers' websites.
Step 3
The most convenient for the user are programs that combine the functions of antivirus and firewall - for example, Dr. Web Security Space or Kaspersky Internet Security. Choose the first one if you want to work calmly, without thinking about the settings and without being distracted by various reminders of the antivirus program for minor reasons. The second is more suitable for those who prefer to customize everything themselves.
Step 4
Most antivirus programs require license keys to work, you can purchase them on the manufacturers' websites. Free demos are also available to test the effectiveness of the anti-virus program and its usability.
Step 5
After installing the anti-virus program, be sure to configure automatic updating of the anti-virus databases. In this case, your computer will be most fully protected. Remember that you cannot install two anti-virus programs on a computer at the same time - for example, Dr. Web and Kaspersky Anti-Virus.
Step 6
Even an installed antivirus with daily updated databases does not guarantee 100% protection against viruses and Trojans. Therefore, from time to time, check your computer with additional utilities - for example, the AnVir Task Manager program. It allows you to see all the processes running in the system, easily find files of running programs and keys for their autorun, with its help you can track current Internet connections.
Step 7
No matter how well your computer is protected, there is always the possibility of losing confidential data. Therefore, do not store important data in clear text, it is better to pack it into an archive and set a password on it. Do not save passwords from your accounts in browsers, enter them from the keyboard.
Step 8
Do not use bank cards with large amounts for purchases on the Internet, get a separate card for this purpose or use a virtual one. Do not download or run suspicious files, do not follow links in letters from people you do not know. Following these simple security measures will help you as much as installing the best antivirus software.
