Improve Your Security Online

Profix is a Computer Repair company and has been involved in the Computer repair & Maintenance field in and around Newry since the 1990’s. During this time a massive amount of experience has been gathered in dealing with small business and residential computer users. From this, it is clear that most people have some bad habits and make a number of common mistakes that seriously weakens their internet security. Follow these simple steps to stay secure on the internet. These are powerful tips to enhance your internet security and are not widely known.

1.Don’t bury your head in the sand! Check for software updates now. As time passes hacker tend to find faults in commonly used software applications. This flaws (vulnerabilities) once found can be used to hack your computer or as an open door through which to install malware. Software updates usually fix or ‘patch’ these vulnerabilities and therefore they keep you safer. Update Windows of course, but dont forget about other common applications like Java and Flash. These too will need your attention. Take few minutes each month to check all of your software for updates. The newer versions often work better and sometimes adds new features as well, so this will be a nice extra benefit to you.

2.Change your passwords regularly & make them stronger. This might sound like a chore, but it will result in a much more secure computer. Get a system up and running to scupper any hacking attempt. A password will be much stronger if you include at least one uppercase letter and one number. Consider making it even tougher by using the number ‘3′ instead of ‘e’ where it appears in your password. The word ‘easy’ would become ‘3asy’ if you were applying this simple tactic. Another advanced trick is to use a simple mnemonic to remember your new complex password. For example, ‘iLavs’ could be “I like anti virus software.”

3. Be very fussy about what kind of files you download. P2P networks where users exchange files in practice carry a vast number of infected files and computer users end up getting stung. Beware of pornography and warez website as well as they all carry an abnormally high number of security threats.

If you take a few minutes to consider these areas each month, you will have a much better chance of staying secure and virus free. The odds will be stacked in your favour and you may not have to visit your local computer repair shop as often.

For more information, visit ProFix’s site now: Computer Repair Newry. If you live in or near Newry contact ProFix for assistance with any Computer problems!