Most people do not realize that working on the Internet can slow their computers down. The internet fills your computer with cookies and tracking software scrips. Every time you open a page you add to your cache. Not looking after a computer can lead to all sorts of problems.
I recommend AVG I used the Free AVG for the longest time, about 5 years. It protected me better than Norton did. In fact, I bought a new computer with Norton installed. It was working slow within 3 weeks so I ran AVG and found 250 extra viruses and tracking cookies that were slowing the computer down.
I also use Lavasoft spyware. I do have a fire wall with AVG, and spyware, in my paid version, but nothing beats lavasoft for finding a few 'loose cannons' in the files.
I do not trust Windows Defender - end of story.
I use AVG firewall, but if you can't pay for the full version of AVG then get ZONE ALARM.
Here are some security tips:
1) Set your virus checker to update daily.
2) Scan your computer daily.
3) scan your computer after downloading.
4) Make hidden files visible so you can see virus databases hidden on your computer.
5) Use your adware/spyware weekly.
6) Do not open emails or IM from people you do not know.
7) Do not leave your computer turned on when you are not working on it. Password protect your computer.
8) A virus could spam to everyone in your address book and send emails without your knowledge.
9) Do not download free music
10) Do not download any free games
11) Stay off adult sites
12) Back up c:// a daily basis
13) Do not to save passwords, credit card information, bank info, or your address on your computer.
I recommend AVG I used the Free AVG for the longest time, about 5 years. It protected me better than Norton did. In fact, I bought a new computer with Norton installed. It was working slow within 3 weeks so I ran AVG and found 250 extra viruses and tracking cookies that were slowing the computer down.
I also use Lavasoft spyware. I do have a fire wall with AVG, and spyware, in my paid version, but nothing beats lavasoft for finding a few 'loose cannons' in the files.
I do not trust Windows Defender - end of story.
I use AVG firewall, but if you can't pay for the full version of AVG then get ZONE ALARM.
Here are some security tips:
1) Set your virus checker to update daily.
2) Scan your computer daily.
3) scan your computer after downloading.
4) Make hidden files visible so you can see virus databases hidden on your computer.
5) Use your adware/spyware weekly.
6) Do not open emails or IM from people you do not know.
7) Do not leave your computer turned on when you are not working on it. Password protect your computer.
8) A virus could spam to everyone in your address book and send emails without your knowledge.
9) Do not download free music
10) Do not download any free games
11) Stay off adult sites
12) Back up c:// a daily basis
13) Do not to save passwords, credit card information, bank info, or your address on your computer.
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